SportsNeutral venues and no away fans: why Israel v Republic of Ireland is so contentious
Israel and the Republic of Ireland will play their two Uefa Nations League fixtures at neutral venues in Hungary and Serbia, with no tickets for Irish fans and reduced television coverage. Ireland’s football association voted on whether to participate after calls for a boycott, amid opposition linked to Israel’s military offensive in Gaza and strained relations between the countries.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-22 13:16Original
Neutral venues and no away fans: why Israel v Republic of Ireland is so contentious
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