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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

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 Bazunu withdrew from squad for next match.
Black armbands worn
Ireland players wore black armbands for Gaza conflict.
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.





