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Hallgrimsson hails Ireland win over Israel

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson launched a fierce defence of his players following their emphatic 3-0 victory against Israel in Debrecen. The Icelandic coach praised his squad's resilience after an emotionally draining week marred by intense boycott calls and internal divisions triggered by Gavin Bazunu's late withdrawal from the camp.

Republic of Ireland defeat Israel following pre-match handshake boycott

The Republic of Ireland put a week of political controversy behind them to secure a commanding 3-0 victory over Israel in their UEFA Nations League clash on Sunday. Despite a squad boycott and pre-match protests involving skipped handshakes and black armbands, first-half goals from Troy Parrott, Adam Idah, and Jack Moylan sealed a decisive win in Debrecen.

Watch Israel vs Ireland live: Online streams and TV channels

How to watch the UEFA Nations League B match between Israel and Ireland, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Italy v Israel - UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A2

Where to watch Israel today? Live soccer streams and TV channels for upcoming games

Everything you need to know about how to watch Israel in friendlies and all major competitions

'Stop the game!' - Why Ireland should be boycotting Israel clash

Heimir Hallgrimsson and his players have come under pressure to pull out of Sunday's fixture in Hungary because of the ongoing genocide in Palestine

Israel forward sees red for simulating rifle with corner flag

Israel forward Saied Abu Farchi was sent off in truly bizarre circumstances during Thursday's UEFA Nations League defeat to Austria. He received a second yellow card after scoring a crucial equaliser and celebrating by using the corner flag as a simulated weapon, leaving his team a man down before they eventually conceded two late goals in a 3-1 loss.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Carabobo FC	11	5	3	3	12	8	4	18	D W W W L
5	Portuguesa FC	11	4	5	2	14	12	2	17	L W D D D
6	Deportivo La Guaira	11	5	1	5	21	16	5	16	L L L W D
7	Estudiantes Merida	11	4	4	3	12	12	0	16	D L W L D
8	Universidad Central	11	4	3	4	12	11	1	15	D W W D D

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