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Ireland faces Israel in the UEFA Nations League with matches moved to neutral venues amid protests over Israel's Gaza war. The games, scheduled for Debrecen and Backa Topola, proceed despite boycotts plans and ongoing political pressure from fans, politicians, and activists.
Ireland’s manager and Israel’s football federation have exchanged sharp public remarks ahead of Nations League fixtures. Ireland’s call for a boycott has grown amid protests at team hotels. Both sides insist on neutral venues as security concerns mount.