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Irish soccer team refuses handshakes, bows heads during Israeli anthem, wins the match 3-0
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Republic of Ireland players bow their heads and wear black armbands in recognition of all lives lost in the Gaza …
The team went ahead with the fixture after a lengthy boycott debate and Gavin Bazunu’s withdrawal
Ireland beats Israel 3-0 in a tense Nations League match marked by no handshakes, black armbands and amid political tensions between the two countries.