No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel
The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary.
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"It's been one of the most challenging weeks for me as a coach and I guess it is the same for most of the players."
— Heimir Hallgrimsson , Executive
"As you can expect, the preparation has been probably as bad as it can be so I just hope the players come and do a good performance."
— Heimir Hallgrimsson , Executive
Key People
Dara O'Shea is a defender and captain of the Republic of Ireland national football team.
David Courell is the chief executive of the Football Association of Ireland (FAI).
Gavin Bazunu is a goalkeeper for the Republic of Ireland national football team.
Heimir Hallgrimsson is the head coach of the Republic of Ireland national football team.
Jack Moylan is a midfielder who played for Lincoln City and has been called up to the Republic of Ireland national team.
Israeli winger from Tottenham.
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The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary.
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