What did the FAI say to the Department of Sport about Ireland’s Nations League fixture with Israel?

The records suggest that the FAI was considering the possibility of hosting Israel in Dublin.
THE JOURNAL (IE● Sep 22

Eleven Celts set for international duty

With the opening part of the domestic season now over, international football will take centre-stage over the next few weeks with a host of...
CELTICFC.COM● Sep 22

Israel row erupts as their FA hit back and call Ireland boss 'stupid' in angry statement

The Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson's comments have led to an angry reaction by Israel's FA
MIRROR● Sep 22

Leeds loanee suffers 'many mistakes' away from LS11 as national outlet shares latest faults

Lucas Perri is continuing to struggle away from Leeds United.The shot-stopper joined Torino on a season-long loan, which also includes a buy option...
MOTLEEDSNEWS.COM● Sep 22

Israel's FA accuse Ireland manager of 'ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity' after he commented 'we're playing against genocide' before match which critics want cancelled over Gaza

The Icelandic boss used forceful language in defending his team as they prepare to take on a side that the Football Association of Ireland wanted...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE● Sep 22

View: Summer signing among three West Ham players with a point to prove on int'l duty

West Ham United are set to wave goodbye to just three first-team stars to senior international sides.It has been a largely positive start to life...
WEST HAM ZONE● Sep 22

Israel FA accuses Ireland football manager of ‘stupidity, ignorance and hypocrisy'

The FAI have declined to issue a response to the tweet.
THE JOURNAL (IE● Sep 22

Israeli FA slam Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson in astonishing social media post

The Ireland boss made some comments at the weekend that did not go down well in Israel.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 21

Scotland's amputee team urged to boycott Israel match amid Gaza genocide

SCOTLAND'S amputee football team has been urged not to play in a match against an Israeli side due to the genocide in Gaza ...
THENATIONAL.SCOT● Sep 21

The Nations League was seen as international football's saviour - but this latest development could put it back on life support

It promises to be a long window for Ireland, with the Israel games casting a shadow, but complaints will be heard all across Europe.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 21

Israel FA considering complaint against Heimir Hallgrímsson for use of word ‘genocide'

‘We are not playing with genocide, we are playing against genocide,' Ireland manager said last week
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 21

FAI will remove all sponsor branding for upcoming Nations League matches

Commercial partners are understood not to be getting a rebate for their reduced exposure, with the FAI describing the Israel fixtures as ‘unique'
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 21

Helen McEntee warns EU is ‘failing’ on Israel as she pushes for bloc-wide sanctions on trade, goods and services

Foreign Affairs Minister declines to take position on controversial upcoming Israel-Ireland football fixtures
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 21

International Blues: When And Where Are They In Action?

Several of Everton’s Men’s squad have been called up by their nations for upcoming fixtures in an extended international break. Jordan Pickford,...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE● Sep 21

‘It is bigger than sport' – over 160 athletes sign letter calling on Irish soccer team to boycott Israel games

The open letter to the Irish football team states: ‘Not playing the game would be the most sporting thing you could do'
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 21

Scottish amputee football team urged to withdraw from game against Israeli team

Scotland's amputee football team has been urged not to compete in a match against an Israeli side, due to the country's actions in Gaza
HERALD SCOTLAND● Sep 21

Ciara Mageean one of over 160 Irish sport stars urging Ireland boycott of Israel games

More than 160 Irish athletes have signed an open letter to the Republic of Ireland football team urging them to boycott their upcoming Nations...
BELFASTLIVE● Sep 21

Ciara Mageean among more than 160 Irish sportspeople call on Ireland to boycott Israel games

Heimir Hallgrímsson’s men are due to play Uefa Nations League games against Israel on September 27 and October 4.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 21

Kevin Kilbane: The FAI will come to regret letting the Ireland-Israel match go ahead

I do not believe Ireland would have been left out in the cold if we had taken a stand
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 21

Heimir Hallgrímsson says Ireland are ‘playing against genocide’ in Israel clash

The Ireland manager made the remark after he named his squad for the upcoming Uefa Nations League games.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 20

Uefa defend draw policy after Ireland request as Israel FA dismiss FAI comments

Israel FA: ‘We long ago stopped getting worked up over statements detached from reality'
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 19

RTÉ confirm approach to covering controversial Nations League games against Israel

The national broadcaster’s contract with Uefa means they have to broadcast all of Ireland’s Nations League matches.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 19

Inside the venue for Ireland’s most controversial game

The Irish Independent visited the rural town in Serbia that is playing host to Ireland’s ‘home’ game against Israel
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 19

Inside the venue for Ireland’s most controversial game — ‘No one in Serbia cares, we have our own problems’

The Irish Independent visited the rural town in Serbia that is playing host to Ireland’s ‘home’ game against Israel
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 19

FAI boss believes Israel games leave him in a lose-lose situation: ‘I have to do my job'

David Courell says Irish football should never have been left to face an impossible situation
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 18

Uefa issued ‘very clear’ response to FAI request to be kept apart from Israel in future draws

Ireland were drawn with Israel in the upcoming Nations League campaign.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 18

Euro 2028 hosting rights threat ‘never made’ over debate on Nations League games against Israel

FAI chief David Courell says Uefa did not threaten to strip Ireland of Euro 2028 hosting rights.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 18

FAI chief slams 'harassment’ by ‘extreme members of the public’ over Israel games

Ireland’s upcoming Nations League games against Israel have led to widespread protests.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 18

Everything fans need to know about Manor Solomon’s contract after West Ham exploits

Manor Solomon has started his West Ham career very well. The Israeli winger was signed in a deal believed to be worth £5million from Tottenham...
WEST HAM ZONE● Sep 18

‘You will be remembered’ - Singer-songwriter Aaron Rowe sends message to Irish footballers ahead of Israel fixtures

Rowe was among the Irish acts to quit the North American leg of Ed Sheeran’s ongoing Loop tour
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 18

What is mandatory and what is not around Ireland’s Nations League games against Israel

Flags, anthems, player handshakes, pre-match functions and sponsorship are among the issues under the microscope over the next couple of weeks.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 18

Uefa reject FAI's request for Ireland to be kept apart from Israel in future competition draws

FAI CEO David Courell said request turned down ‘because Ireland and Israel have never been in direct conflict'
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 18

Limited advertising, no official dinners but players to decide on handshakes — how the FAI are handling Israeli formalities

David Courell says UEFA have refused request to keep nations apart in future
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 18

Gavin Cooney: Why I won't be joining media boycott of Ireland's games against Israel

Staging of these games is wrong but there is nothing additional to be gained by the media refusing to cover them
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 18

Some Ireland players ‘feel really uncomfortable' about Israel matches, says Hallgrímsson

Séamus Coleman overlooked for selection but earmarked for future coaching role
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 18

Daniel McDonnell: Day of discomfort paves way for awkward window of emotions for Heimir Hallgrimsson

FAI attempts to shut down Israel talk lack understanding around need to answer questions
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 18

Eamon Dunphy column: Don't blame the Ireland players for the Israel games - UEFA should be ashamed

The responsibility for this farce lies with UEFA and the people who decide where the boundaries of football's values lie.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 17

FAI CEO David Courell in studio | Israel, debt & Northern Ireland

Joe is joined in studio by FAI CEO David Courell to discuss the upcoming games against Israel and how the association arrived at the decision to...
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 17

Ex-Leeds striker in frame for Preston manager's job, Elland Rd link helps tick boxes - report

Former Leeds United striker Robbie Keane is in line to takeover at Preston North End.The Lancashire side are in need of another manager after...
MOTLEEDSNEWS.COM● Sep 17

Five talking points from Heimir Hallgrímsson’s squad announcement, from summer camps to Israel games

The Ireland manager named his squad for the four upcoming Uefa Nations League games.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 17

Séamus Coleman and Nathan Collins left out of Ireland squad for upcoming Nations League series

Key duo to miss controversial double-header against Israel as Liam Kitching gets first call-up
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 17

Séamus Coleman and Nathan Collins absent from Ireland squad for matches including Israel double header

Coleman, 37, has not signed for a new club since leaving Everton last season
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 17

Heimir Hallgrímsson names 26-man Ireland squad for four-game Nations League window

Ireland will play Kosovo, Israel twice and Austria during the three-week window.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 17

Ciarán Murphy: Trump in Doonbeg was a walk in the park compared to weeks ahead for the Republic of Ireland

There would be consequences to boycotting the games against Israel, but they should be consequences we're willing to face
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 17

Fintan Drury: Ireland are set to play Israel – which means we have already lost

Those who argue that politics has no place in sport are delusional
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 16

Séamus Coleman on board to help Ireland navigate testing Nations League window

Four games in 10 days, including two meetings with Israel at neutral venues, may challenge the limits of Heimir Hallgrímsson's squad
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 15

James Tavernier hit with foul mothed Celtic chant by Maccabi fans as Rangers icon hails Israel

James Tavernier has settled quickly into life at Maccabi Tel Aviv
BELFASTLIVE● Sep 15

James Tavernier defends decision to move to Israel and makes 'beautiful' claim

Tavernier defends decision to move to Israel and makes 'beautiful' claim
RANGERS REVIEW● Sep 15

Dutch-Ghanaian defender Leeroy Owusu makes Bnei Sakhnin switch from Odense BK

Dutch-Ghanaian right-back Leeroy Owusu has joined Israeli club Bnei Sakhnin from Odense BK on a free transfer, signing a contract until 30 June...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 15

James Tavernier served up foul mouthed Celtic chant by Maccabi fans as Rangers icon makes major Israel claim

The Ibrox icon has talked up his new club as he revealed his family will soon be heading to Israel
DAILY RECORD● Sep 15

‘We shouldn’t be in position’ to have to play Israel, says FAI director of football

Ireland will face Israel in two Uefa Nations League games - with Hungary and Serbia hosting the matches.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 14

FAI's John Martin: ‘I think we all agree we shouldn't be in the position where we have to play the game'

Director of football says there is ‘unease from everybody' at the FAI about Nations League games against Israel
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 14

Leeroy Owusu joins Bnei Sakhnin on one-year deal

Dutch-Ghanaian right-back Leeroy Owusu has joined Bnei Sakhnin, subject to medical tests, as the Israeli club add experience and depth to their...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 14

Tai Baribo Fires Two First-Half Goals To Lift D.C. United Past Columbus Crew And End Winless Run

D.C. United ended a five-match winless streak on Wednesday night with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Columbus Crew at home. Tai Baribo was the...
GOONERDAILY.COM● Sep 12

Dixon Mohammed: Ghana midfielder joins Hapoel Afula from Maccabi Haifa

Ghanaian midfielder Dixon Mohammed has joined Hapoel Afula from Maccabi Haifa on loan, completing his move to the Liga Leumit club on 9 September...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 10

Ghanaian midfielder Dixon Mohammed joins Hapoel Afula on loan

Talented Ghanaian midfielder Dixon Mohammed has sealed a loan move to  Israeli second-tier side Hapoel Afula.The 18-year-old joins Hapoel Afula...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 10

How to get Austria vs Israel tickets: UEFA Nations League B prices, fixture information, last-minute sales & more

GOAL shows you everything you need to know about buying tickets to Austria vs Israel. Including ticket prices, information and where to buy.
GOAL.COM● Sep 9

View: 'Energetic' West Ham man got it all wrong in narrow win vs Bolton

Edvin Austbo was not one of West Ham's star performers in the narrow 3-2 win over Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday.The Norwegian was signed from Viking...
WEST HAM ZONE● Sep 8

Eugene Ansah goal secures Beitar Jerusalem win at Sakhnin

Ghanaian forward Eugene Ansah scored the only goal as Beitar Jerusalem edged Bnei Sakhnin 1-0 in an Israeli Premier League clash at Doha...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 7

‘I think it would be a good thing to see the Israeli national anthem respected inside the Aviva Stadium’ — Kenny Cunningham

Ex-Ireland captain plays down talk of player boycott for Nations League games
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 7

Former Rangers captain Tavernier joins Maccabi Tel Aviv

James Tavernier has completed his move to Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv after leaving Rangers as a free agent this summer.
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM● Sep 7

Emmanuel Boateng scores first goal of the season as Hapoel Tel Aviv thrash Hap. Ramat Gan

Former Ghana international striker Emmanuel Boateng opened his goalscoring account for the new Israeli Premier League season by finding the net in...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 7

Ghanaian youngster Douglas Owusu scores again as Hapoel Tel Aviv cruise to emphatic victory

Ghanaian winger Douglas Owusu continued his impressive start to life in Israel by scoring again for Hapoel Tel Aviv in their emphatic 4-0 victory...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 7

‘I fully expect the lads to turn up’ — Ex-Ireland captain Kenny Cunningham plays down talk of player boycott of Israel games

‘I think it would be a good thing to see the Israeli national anthem respected inside the Aviva Stadium’
INDEPENDENT.IE● Sep 7

Kenny Cunningham: ‘It would be a good thing to see the Israeli team come on to the pitch in Dublin'

‘It would be a good thing to see the Israeli anthem respected inside the Aviva, it would send a signal from the Irish people to the Israeli people...
THE IRISH TIMES● Sep 7

‘I think it would be a good thing to see the Israeli national anthem respected inside the Aviva Stadium’

Ireland’s home Nations League clash against Israel has been moved to the Serbian town of Bačka Topola.
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 7

James Tavernier alludes to 'big club' experience after sealing Israeli switch

Tavernier has spoken of his pride after joining Maccabi Tel Aviv.
RANGERS REVIEW● Sep 7

The Rangers hero who sold James Tavernier on eye-catching move to Israel

Former Rangers captain Tavernier has joined Maccabi Tel Aviv.
GLASGOW TIMES● Sep 7

Buzzing James Tavernier in Rangers throwback as Ibrox icon breaks silence on Maccabi Tel Aviv move

The veteran full back ended more than a decade at Ibrox last summer and has moved to Israel
DAILY RECORD● Sep 7

Ghanaian forward Douglas Owusu opens Hapoel Tel Aviv goal account in big home win

Ghanaian winger Douglas Owusu opened his goalscoring account for Hapoel Tel Aviv in impressive fashion after finding the net in their 3-0 victory...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 3

Ghanaian midfielder Forson Amankwah officially joins Hapoel Beer Sheva on season-long loan

Ghana midfielder Forson Amankwah has completed his move to Israeli side Hapoel Beer Sheva on a season-long loan from Norwich City.The 23-year-old...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 3

Stop The Game is at risk of scoring massive own goal in Ireland v Israel campaign

The Nations League games against Israel will take place in Hungary and Serbia in late-September and early-October
IRISH MIRROR● Sep 3

Amankwah Forson: Ghana midfielder switches Norwich for H. Beer Sheva loan

Ghana midfielder Amankwah Forson has joined Israeli club H. Beer Sheva from Norwich City on a season-long loan, completing his move on 2 September...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 2

Ibrox icon 'completes medical' ahead of Rangers reunion in Israel

Former Rangers captain Tavernier is closing in on a move to Maccabi Tel Aviv after completing a medical with the Israeli club.
GLASGOW TIMES● Sep 2

Rangers legend labelled 'biggest signing' in Israeli footballing history

Tavernier will be the most high-profile star ever to have played in Israel, according to former Bundesliga-based international Gil Vermouth.
GLASGOW TIMES● Sep 2

Rangers transfer clarification as former link heads for Israel to join James Tavernier

Former Rangers target Camilo Mena is attracting interest from Maccabi Tel Aviv, with the Colombian winger potentially set to join James Tavernier...
INSIDE IBROX● Sep 2

Norwich midfielder Amankwah Forson linked with H. Beer Sheva move

Amankwah Forson, the Ghanaian midfielder at Norwich, has been linked with a move to H. Beer Sheva in Israel’s Ligat...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM● Sep 1
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