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Ireland's Home Game with Israel Set for Neutral Venue
The proposal follows political pressure and UEFA sanctions threats, with both matches potentially behind closed doors if approved.
- The FAI is seeking approval from UEFA to move the Republic of Ireland's home UEFA Nations League fixture against Israel to a neutral venue, with Budapest identified as the most likely host city.
- Protests by the Stop The Game movement pressured the FAI's decision, following reports from The Palestinian Football Association that 421 footballers have been killed in Gaza and the West Bank.
- Former international James McClean claimed "there is not a backbone within the FAI," while motions from Sinn and the Social Democrats urge the government to boycott the fixtures.
- Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson insists the decision should be left to the government, while the FAI consulted with Minister for Communications and Sport Patrick Donovan ahead of tonight's Coalition meeting.
- Budapest previously hosted Israel's home Euro 2024 qualifiers and could host both legs behind closed doors, though the FAI faces potential UEFA sanctions if the fixture does not proceed.
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