Pro-Palestine protests interrupt Ireland's Nations League match with Austria

The Nations League match between Ireland and Austria at Aviva Stadium on October 2 was interrupted by pro-Palestine protests. The campaign group Stop the Game threw tennis balls onto the pitch in the first half, claiming the protest was in response to Ireland's scheduled matches against Israel. Security removed a pitch invader carrying a Palestinian flag shortly after the initial protest. Ireland’s players voted to proceed with their matches against Israel despite opposition from supporters. The game was delayed multiple times but resumed after a brief break. Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 on September 27 and will face them again in a behind-closed-doors match on October 4.

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