Ireland, Israel Nations League Match Ends in Spitting Allegations

The second Nations League match between Ireland and Israel in Serbia ended 1-1, but was overshadowed by allegations that an Israeli player spat at an Irish coach. The game followed Ireland's 3-0 win on September 27, which was marked by protests over Israel's war on Gaza. Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson expressed relief that the fixtures are over and called on UEFA to act.