Ireland skips handshakes with Israel in Nations League

Ireland players skip handshakes with Israel ahead of Nations League match.

Sep 27, 2026

8 cards · 50s · tap to begin

From · · 50s

Ireland skips handshakes with Israel in Nations League

Ireland players skip handshakes with Israel ahead of Nations League match.

In brief

Ireland players skip handshakes with Israel ahead of Nations League match. Ireland players refused handshakes and anthem bows before Israel match to protest Gaza war, winning 3-0. Originally reported by BBC Sport.

Ireland players skip handshakes

Ireland players refused handshakes with Israel before match.

Bowed heads for Israel anthem

Bowed heads for Israel anthem

Ireland players bowed heads during Israel's national anthem.

No pennant exchange

Ireland captain and Israel skipper did not exchange pennants.

Players vote to play

Ireland players voted to play despite protests.

Goalkeeper withdraws

Goalkeeper withdraws

Goalkeeper Bazunu withdrew from squad for next match.

Black armbands worn

Ireland players wore black armbands for Gaza conflict.

Moylan kisses armband

Moylan kisses armband

Moylan removed armband after scoring and kissed it.

Protest calls intensify

Over 160 Irish athletes signed protest letter against match.

What it means

Ireland players refused handshakes and anthem bows before Israel match to protest Gaza war, winning 3-0.

Read the original on BBC Sport

React

Sign in to react and comment.

Comments (0)

Life is short. Keep it sweet. Respect others' opinions and be kind!

    Recommended next

    More decks on ireland and related topics.