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Ireland to face Israel in Nations League after calling for international ban over Gaza war

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson (Niall Carson/PA)
Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson (Niall Carson/PA) (PA Wire)
  • Republic of Ireland have been drawn alongside Israel in the Nations League.
  • The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) approved a motion in November calling for Uefa to ban Israel from European club and international competitions due to the ongoing war in Gaza.
  • The FAI confirmed after the draw that they would fulfil the fixture following talks with Uefa over potential sanctions if they forfeited the match.
  • In a statement released on Thursday evening, the FAI claimed that “potential disqualification” from the Nations League could be on the cards if they refused play against Israel.
  • Ireland will also play Austria and Kosovo in Group B3 of the 2026/27 Nations League.
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