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flag Ireland will play Israel in the 2026 UEFA Nations League despite calls to ban Israel over the Gaza conflict.

flag Ireland will play Israel in the 2026 UEFA Nations League despite earlier calls to ban Israel over alleged breaches of UEFA rules and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. flag The Football Association of Ireland confirmed it will proceed with the matches, citing risks of forfeit and disciplinary action if they withdraw. flag While some political and sporting figures criticize UEFA for not suspending Israel—especially compared to Russia’s expulsion—officials stress that sports bodies operate independently. flag The fixtures, part of Group B3 with Austria and Kosovo, are set for autumn 2026.

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