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The Independent UK
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Luke Baker

Israel ‘tried to intimidate’ Ireland amid spitting accusation

There were coming-togethers between the two sides on multiple occasions - (Reuters)

Israel were “trying to intimidate” Republic of Ireland right from the start of their ill-tempered and contentious 1-1 Nations League draw claimed Irish head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson, with accusations of spitting also being levied.

The match was nominally a home fixture for Ireland was held on neutral territory at the 4,500-seat TSC arena in Backa Topola, Serbia, due to “operational challenges” amid an ugly atmosphere between the two sides due to tensions over the Israel-Gaza war.

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