Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game

The Republic of Ireland will now hold their delayed news conference at 14:30 BST before they face Israel in tomorrow's Nations League fixture in Hungary - a fixture campaigners have called on them to boycott.

Ireland are due to play Israel in the Nations League in Hungary on Sunday, but boycott pressure mounts on and off-field.

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has left the squad while his teammates voted to go ahead with their controversial Nations League fixture against Israel.

The Republic of Ireland's men's football news conference and a scheduled training session ahead of their controversial Nations League match against Israel have both been delayed.

Republic of Ireland to wear black armbands for Israel game

Ireland have delayed their pre-match media briefing and training as pressure grew, but player vote avoids game boycott.

Ireland players vote to play Israel tie despite Gaza unease

Ireland's players have voted to proceed with their Nations League fixture against Israel on Sunday.

Republic of Ireland players intend to wear black armbands "in recognition of all lives lost in the [Gaza] conflict" for match against Israel.

Ireland has been thrust into the global spotlight over two controversial Nations League football games against Israel.

Ireland beat Israel but no handshakes due to war in Gaza

Republic of Ireland players did not shake hands with the Israeli team before their Nations League match on Sunday night.

Ireland beat Israel but no handshakes due to war on Gaza

Hallgrimsson says Ireland vs Israel 'raised awareness worldwide' for Gaza conflict