UEFA Inaction Has Tied the FAI's Hands, Says Courell

UEFA inaction has tied the FAI's hands, says Courell

FAI Chief Executive David Courell has said that he recognises the strength of feeling among the Irish public about the upcoming Nations League games with Israel, but that he feels the lack of action from UEFA leaves the organisation in a "really difficult position".

‘It’s not that we don’t believe in boycotts’ — FAI CEO David Courell explains the decision to fulfil Israel fixtures

Ireland boss spoke to each player about facing Israel in upcoming Nations League fixtures

Heimir Hallgrímsson said “none of us feel comfortable playing these games”, but want to represent Ireland “with the best performances as we can”.

Republic of Ireland: I spoke to players individually about Israel games - Heimir Hallgrimsson

Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he spoke to players in his Republic of Ireland squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel, adding "none of us feel comfortable playing in these games".

Hallgrimsson spoke to every Ireland player individually on Israel question

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson says a group discussion was not appropriate for this topic.

Israel dominates agenda for Ireland but tone of confusion and uncertainty has been set

Heimir Hallgrímsson admits he’s unclear on punishment for boycotting games and unsure if FAI asked about possible sanctions.