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Game On: Today’s Israel v Republic of Ireland Soccer Match Is Played as Irish Players Vote to Buck Boycott Demands
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- Sep 27, 2026, 7:05 PM UTC
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The game faced bitter opposition in Ireland over Israel’s actions in Gaza with the players coming under huge pressure to boycott the two matches against Israel.
Ireland's players wore black armbands in support of Palestine, bowed their heads, and refused pre-match handshakes.
The small group of Irish supporters cheered on their team, while the much larger and considerably noisier group of Israeli supporters cheered on Israel.