# Ireland beat Israel 3-0 in Nations League match overshadowed by political controversy

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- DW, 2026-09-28 09:26 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/ireland-beat-israel-3-0-in-nations-league-match-overshadowed-by-political-controversy/a-79455254?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 in a Nations League match surrounded by political controversy. Irish players bowed their heads during Israel’s anthem, declined the customary handshake and wore black armbands commemorating those killed in Israel’s military operation in Gaza. Reserve goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew from the squad in protest at Israel’s actions in Gaza.

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