Around 200 protesters gathered near Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, calling on Ireland to boycott its upcoming Nations League match against Israel
Around 200 protesters gathered near Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on Thursday, calling on Ireland to boycott its upcoming Nations League match against Israel over the war in Gaza. Demonstrators held banners, including messages urging the Football Association of Ireland to cancel the fixture. Some protesters also voiced support for goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu, who withdrew from Ireland’s previous match against Israel.
Ireland is scheduled to face Israel again on Sunday in Serbia, with the game being played behind closed doors.
Extract — continue reading at the source.
Similar stories
1 outlet
Protesters halt game as calls grow on Ireland to boycott second Israel game
aljazeera.com
01.10.2026
Related stories
Investigation into copilot continues after midair stabbing on FlyDubai flight
‘I was fighting for my life’: Pilot hailed as hero recalls FlyDubai cockpit attack
Houthis deny Saudi accusations of targeting Medina's holy sites
Activists plan legal action against police ban on entering security zone near Perth weapons expo
World's tallest wind turbine rises to 365 metres in Germany
Badenoch claims Labour is preparing for a general election in May 2027 – UK politics live