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Republic of Ireland players to consider protest before Israel match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 10:37 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Republic of Ireland players to consider protest before Israel match

Summary

The Republic of Ireland squad plans to meet to discuss a potential protest ahead of their match against Israel on Sunday in Hungary. This meeting will follow their game against Kosovo on Thursday. Captain Dara O’Shea stated the situation is difficult and unusual, with pressure for a boycott from campaigners. The Football Association of Ireland previously sought to suspend the Israel Football Association but faced challenges and voted to go ahead with the fixtures despite controversies, including criticisms directed at their head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson’s comments about the situation. The players will gather to address this matter after the Kosovo game.

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By the Numbers

•Ireland players to meet after Kosovo match on Thursday.
•Captain Dara O’Shea calls the situation difficult and unusual.
•Pressure mounts for a boycott of the Israel fixtures.
•FAI faced criticism over its decision to proceed with the matches.
•Players plan to discuss their stance on Friday.

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Captain Dara O’Shea said the squad will meet following the match against Kosovo on Thursday and that a decision will be made ‘as one’
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