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Irish soccer team refuses handshakes, bows heads during Israeli anthem, wins the match 3-0
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- Sep 28, 2026, 1:07 AM UTC
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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.
The team went ahead with the fixture after a lengthy boycott debate and Gavin Bazunu’s withdrawal
Irish footballers refuse to shake hands of Israeli team in Nations League match opening ceremony