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Republic of Ireland to face Israel at neutral venue after Gaza war protests

The Guardian UK Friday 12 June 2026, 11:59 UTC By Reuters 1 min read
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Had been calls for Nations League tie to be boycottedFAI agree to move contest away from Aviva StadiumThe Republic of Ireland are to play their upcoming Nations League game against Israel at a neutral venue behind closed doors following protests by players and fans over the death toll of Palestinian civilians during the war in Gaza. Ireland had been set to host Israel at the Aviva Stadium on 4 October, while a 27 September fixture designated as an Israel home match is also expected to be...

  • Had been calls for Nations League tie to be boycotted

  • FAI agree to move contest away from Aviva Stadium

The Republic of Ireland are to play their upcoming Nations League game against Israel at a neutral venue behind closed doors following protests by players and fans over the death toll of Palestinian civilians during the war in Gaza.

Ireland had been set to host Israel at the Aviva Stadium on 4 October, while a 27 September fixture designated as an Israel home match is also expected to be staged at a neutral venue. But Irish footballers, fans and celebrities launched a campaign calling for a boycott of the game.

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