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International Football Confirmed

Updated 2026-09-26 13:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

The Republic of Ireland confirmed their game against Israel in Debrecen, Hungary will proceed as scheduled. Meanwhile, Egypt decided to rest star player Salah due to concerns over artificial turf.

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Al Jazeera

Egypt to rest Salah in South Sudan AFCON qualifier over pitch concerns

Egyptian FA has decided to rest Salah to protect him from playing on artificial turf, which is likelier to cause injury.

2026-09-26 13:32 UTC

BBC News

Republic of Ireland confirm Israel game will go ahead

The Republic of Ireland have confirmed Sunday's Uefa Nations League B3 game against Israel in Debrecen, Hungary will go ahead.

2026-09-26 13:38 UTC