Israel face spitting allegation as Ireland boss ‘delighted’ after ties over
A coach accused an Israeli player of spitting, prompting a UEFA investigation.
- Irish media reported a coach accused an Israeli player of spitting during a match.
- A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector was appointed to investigate potential misconduct.
- Ireland won its first match against Israel 3-0.
- Ireland and Israel drew their second UEFA Nations League match 1-1.
- UEFA confirmed it opened an investigation into a tunnel bust-up and an alleged spitting incident during the Ireland versus Israel game.
- Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson confirmed there was a fracas during the match.
- Israel head coach Ran Ben-Shimon stated he did not see anything during the half-time incident.
- The Football Association of Ireland chose a neutral venue for the match.
Outlets: Cyprus Mail, Der Tagesspiegel, Irish Independent, La Nación (Costa Rica), NU.nl, Punch, RTÉ News, The Express Tribune, TheJournal.ie
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