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UEFA investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusation
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UEFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into a half-time incident during Sunday's Nations League match between Republic of Ireland and Israel, following an allegation of spitting.
UEFA confirmed on Tuesday it is investigating a half-time altercation during the Republic of Ireland vs Israel Nations League match played on 4 October 2026 in Serbia. The incident saw Republic of Ireland head of athletic performance Damien Doyle allege he was spat at by an Israel player. Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson confirmed there was an "accusation of spitting" during the fracas. A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to conduct the investigation into potential misconduct by player(s).
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- UEFA investigates misconduct in tense Ireland-Israel Nations League match after spitting allegationNOS
- UEFA to investigate Ireland-Israel half-time incident after spitting allegationsThe Independent
- Spitting incident at Ireland vs Israel? UEFA launches investigationKicker
- UEFA opens investigation into alleged spitting incident at Republic of Ireland vs. IsraelThe Athletic
- UEFA investigates alleged Ireland, Israel incidentsESPN
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- UEFA launch investigation into Ireland vs Israel after spitting allegationMirror
- UEFA investigating allegation Israel player spat at Ireland coachThe Guardian
- UEFA investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusationBBC SportThis article
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