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UEFA Intervention Averts Irish Soccer Team's Boycott of Israel Match
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Ireland's national soccer team will play Israel in the UEFA Nations League after UEFA intervention and a player vote averted a potential boycott. Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew due to discomfort, sparking extensive discussions and a player vote that ultimately favored playing the match.
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- UEFA intervention and player vote averted Irish soccer team's boycott of Israel match.
- Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew from the squad citing discomfort playing Israel.
- UEFA warned Ireland of severe consequences for boycotting the Nations League fixture.
- Israeli officials feared a boycott could set a precedent for other teams against Israel.
- Ireland plans to scale back customary match protocols against Israel.
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