# Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game

https://mins.news/en/item/75565

- BBC News, 2026-09-26 19:59 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ckddvv5dn4eyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> Republic of Ireland players plan to wear black armbands recognising lives lost in the Gaza conflict during Sunday’s Nations League match against Israel in Hungary. FAI chief executive David Courell said goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew in protest, while a squad vote by a “significant majority” backed playing. Players also plan further gestures and charitable donations.

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