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UEFA to Investigate Spitting Incident at Ireland–Israel Match

Updated 2026-10-06 10:55 UTC 1 source Negative

UEFA is investigating an alleged spitting incident involving an Israeli player and an Irish coach after a football match. The teams were involved in a half-time altercation.

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UEFA to investigate spitting incident at Ireland–Israel football match

An Israeli player is accused of spitting on an Irish coach as the teams returned to their dressing rooms at half-time.

2026-10-06 10:15 UTC