Israel: Football - Republic of Ireland to Wear Black Armbands for Israel Game

Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/ckddvv5dn4eyo


Republic of Ireland 'raised awareness worldwide' in Israel game
As expected, there were no handshakes prior to the game, with the Republic of Ireland players bowing their heads during the Israeli anthem.
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c6r7dy2yyx2xo


Black armbands
“They also have the intention of wearing black armbands in recognition of all lives lost in the conflict,” Courell said. “And also there will be elements of the pre-match ceremony that will not be partaken in.”
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/09/26/sport/ireland-israel-uefa-nations-league

Israeli fans direct monkey chants and military slogans at Ireland’s players
Israel’s fans targeted monkey chants at Ireland’s Adam Idah, who scored a goal in his team’s 3-0 Nations League win.
https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/28/israeli-fans-monkey-chants-ireland-adam-idah-uefa-nations-league