- Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson stated the team remains undecided on their approach for their ‘home’ Nations League match against Israel , as he revealed that the squad are “all uncomfortable” with the situation.
- The squad voted to play the away tie against Israel in Hungary on Sunday, which resulted in a 3-0 victory for Ireland.
- FAI president Paul Cooke reaffirmed the plan to play Israel again this weekend, though the organisation is taking matters “one game at a time”.
- Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew from selection for the Israel matches on principle, but remains with the squad for the fixture against Austria.
- Hallgrimsson voiced full support for Bazunu's brave stance while emphasising that differing personal opinions within the squad are respected.
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Ireland players ‘all uncomfortable’ ahead of ‘home’ Israel tie, says Heimir Hallgrimsson