- Players from the Ireland national team refrained from shaking hands with Israeli players and wore black armbands prior to their Nations League match in Debrecen, Hungary, amid strong domestic opposition to Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Irish captain Dara O’Shea shook hands with the match referee and assistants but avoided shaking hands with Israeli captain Manor Solomon, while Irish players stood with their hands behind their backs during the Israeli national anthem.
- Irish reserve goalkeeper Gavin Bazuno boycotted both matches against Israel due to his personal belief that the killing of innocent people is wrong.
- Irish supporters were largely absent from the mostly empty stadium after tickets purchased through the Israeli soccer federation were canceled the night before the match.
- Ireland built a 3-0 lead by halftime following early goals from Troy Parrott, Adam Idah, and Jack Moylan.
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Ireland players wear black armbands and refrain from handshakes in soccer game against Israel
