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Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game
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- Sep 26, 2026, 1:38 PM UTC
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The decision follows several conflicts amid the team, with players even demanding not to play the game due to the war in Gaza.
The Israeli FA issued a statement commending the FAI and the Irish squad for deciding to go ahead with the match, saying: "Football has won."
Ireland's players wore black armbands in support of Palestine, bowed their heads, and refused pre-match handshakes.