Irish Soccer Coach Abruptly Ends Press Conference Amid Racism Allegations
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
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- Irish soccer coach Heimir Hallgrimsson ended a press conference after questions about racism.
- An Israeli journalist asked why Irish players allegedly called Israeli players "monkeys."
- The press conference was cut short following an intense exchange with Israeli journalists.
- The Irish team had previously worn black armbands and refused to shake hands with Israeli players.
- Calls for a boycott of matches against Israel have been made within Ireland.
- Backup goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu boycotted a match due to discomfort.
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