UEFA has launched a disciplinary investigation after an Israel player was accused of spitting at a member of Ireland's coaching staff during halftime of Sunday's Nations League second leg in Serbia. Ireland fitness coach Damien Doyle made the allegation, while head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson declined to give details and Israel coach Ran Ben-Shimon said he did not witness the incident.

Oct 6, 2026

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Ireland Coach Urges Players to 'Win the Fight' Against Israel

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson has challenged his players to 'win the fight' against Israel in their Nations League fixture, as fresh protests against the matches erupt in the Irish parliament. The FAI is under pressure to boycott two fixtures, including a home match in Dublin on October 4, amid calls from pro-Palestinian politicians and Irish football figures to withdraw because of Israel's actions in Gaza.

May 28, 2026