Ireland players wear armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel

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Ireland players wore black armbands and bowed during Israel's national anthem before their Nations League match.

Ireland players wore black armbands and bowed their heads during the playing of Israel's national anthem before the teams' second Nations League soccer match. The players also refused to shake hands with the Israeli team.

This was the second such match between the sides, indicating the gesture was repeated from a previous encounter.

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Ireland soccer players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel teamClickorlando · 4 Oct, 20:07
Ireland soccer players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel teamNews4Jax · 4 Oct, 20:07

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