Football Association of Ireland
Coverage of Football Association of Ireland in the Nexus archive.
- Inside the struggle to 'stop the game' between Ireland and Israel
Activists in Ireland are campaigning to stop football matches against Israel later this year, despite the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) approving games on neutral territory. Groups like Irish Sport For Palestine and League of Ireland Fans for Palestine argue Israel's actions in Gaza justify canceling the games. The FAI insists it will fulfill UEFA obligations, but protests and threats of disruption continue.
- Ireland-Israel match moved behind closed doors amid Gaza genocide protests
The Republic of Ireland's Nations League match against Israel will be held at a neutral venue behind closed doors due to protests over Israel's actions in Gaza. The Football Association of Ireland cited operational challenges after consultations, with both matches moving from their original venues. Ireland, a vocal EU critic of Israel's policies, had previously voted to request UEFA to suspend the Israel Football Association.
- Ireland-Qatar friendly stopped twice as fans throw tennis balls to protest Nations League games with Israel
An Ireland-Qatar friendly match was halted twice due to fans throwing tennis balls protesting Nations League games with Israel. Protesters, including League of Ireland supporters, demanded the matches against Israel be canceled, citing moral concerns over the Gaza conflict. A banner reading '#StopTheGame' and chants of 'Free Palestine' were part of the disruption.