Irish Prime Minister Criticizes Israeli Football Association Over Coach Remarks
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By ynet ספורט
First reported by Walla · 4 hours ago
What happened
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin has criticized the Israeli Football Association for its harsh response to comments made by Irish coach Heimir Hallgrímsson regarding the conflict in Gaza. The IFA had called Hallgrímsson "stupid, ignorant, and hypocritical" after he stated Ireland would play "against genocide." Martin defended the coach, echoing concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- 01Irish PM calls Israeli FA statements against coach "unacceptable."
- 02Coach Hallgrímsson stated Ireland plays "against genocide, not with genocide."
- 03Israeli FA accused the coach of "stupidity, ignorance, and hypocrisy."
- 04PM Martin defended the coach, citing Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
- 05Matches will be held at neutral venues due to operational issues.
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