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Republic of Ireland Confirm Israel Nations League Game Will Go Ahead After Players’ Vote
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Ireland's players wore black armbands in support of Palestine, bowed their heads, and refused pre-match handshakes.
Ireland’s match against Israel on Sunday will go ahead as scheduled
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says his players "raised awareness worldwide" after they chose not to engage in pre-match formalities with Israel.