Republic of Ireland and Israel match moved to Serbia for October
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Republic of Ireland's Nations League match against Israel will take place in Serbia on October 4, 2026. The venue is the TSC Arena in Backa Topola, and the game will occur behind closed doors. This decision follows pressure to boycott the fixture after protests in Ireland and disruptions during a recent match with Qatar. The Football Association of Ireland stated that not fulfilling the match could have significant repercussions for Irish football. The Palestine FA remarked that it does not support the decision to proceed with the match.
- •Match scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Serbia.
- •Fixture moved from Dublin after protests against the match.
- •Match will be played behind closed doors at TSC Arena.
- •FAI stated that not playing could lead to major consequences.
- •Reverse fixture designated for Nagyerdei Stadion in Hungary on September 27.
- 2:43 PMYahoo Sports — Republic of Ireland v Israel to be played in Serbia
"The Republic of Ireland's Nations League fixture with Israel will be played in Serbia after being moved from Dublin.
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