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Israel and Ireland football teams wear black armbands in Nations League matches amid Gaza conflict
In a UEFA Nations League match in Serbia, Israel's national football team wore black armbands to honor victims of the October 7 Hamas attack. This followed the Republic of Ireland's players wearing armbands in their previous match to protest the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams refusing to shake hands, reflecting the political tensions surrounding the games.

Updated Oct 5, 2026 First reported Oct 4, 2026