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Pressure to boycott Israel game grows as Ireland preparations stall

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Ireland’s pre-match news conference and training ahead of Sunday’s Nations League game against Israel in Debrecen, Hungary, were delayed amid growing pressure to boycott the fixture. RTÉ reported some players do not want to play, with the team facing calls from sportspeople, unions and protesters in Ireland to withdraw. The FAI has resisted a boycott, citing possible UEFA sanctions with Ireland cohosting Euro 2028.

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