The Republic of Ireland's Nations League game against Israel will be played at a neutral venue behind closed doors due to protests regarding the death toll of Palestinians in Gaza.

Ireland

Who

Republic of Ireland, Israel, Football Association of Ireland (FAI), Palestinian Football Association

What

When

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:59:13 GMT · 2h 23m ago

Where

Ireland ·

Why

Protests by players, fans, and celebrities over the death toll of Palestinian civilians during the war in Gaza led to the FAI deciding that operational challenges could impact the game on home soil.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This decision reflects significant public and football association sentiment in Ireland against the war in Gaza, impacting international sporting events and drawing attention to human rights concerns from a global audience.

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The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/republic-of-ireland-israel-neutral-venue-nations-league-gaza-war-protests
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