Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has confirmed his team will play their upcoming Nations League match against Israel on Sunday, maintaining that he must “focus on football” despite ongoing demonstrations.
Campaign group Stop the Game has urged supporters to gather outside the Aviva Stadium prior to Thursday’s fixture against Austria, protesting against matches they argue serve to “sportswash genocide”.
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Following a squad vote regarding participation, Ireland secured a 3-0 win against Israel last weekend and are set to meet them once more in Serbia on Sunday, amid widespread national debate.
“I must focus on football. I’m going to let others think about security and other things,” Hallgrimsson remarked...
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