Soccer

UEFA opens probe into alleged misconduct during Ireland-Israel soccer match

The investigation follows reports of possible player misconduct during Ireland’s Nations League fixture against Israel, played behind closed doors in Serbia.

Israel's players (L) and the Republic of Ireland's players (R) stand alongside the officials for the national anthems ahead of the UEFA Nations League Group B3 football match between the Republic of Ireland and Israel at the TSC Arena in Backa Topola on October 4, 2026.
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ISRAEL'S DOR PERETZ celebrates with teammates after scoring the blue-and-white’s lone goal in a 1-1 Nations League draw with Ireland in Backa Topola, Serbia.

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Ireland’s football snub of Israel was more than a political protest - opinion

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and the players will undoubtedly insist that their actions concerned Gaza, not Jews or Israelis as people. But intentions do not erase consequences.

Republic of Ireland's Ryan Manning with teammates during the warm up before the match.

Former PA minister denies bid to influence Israeli election, Damari shares captivity photos

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

 Emily Damari prepping for surgery.

Saudi Arabia quietly shelving NEOM Stadium, one of 2034 World Cup venues

The NEOM Stadium was billed as an elevated arena in a glitzy ​100-mile (160-km) steel-and-glass structure known as The Line, part of the broader development known as NEOM.

A model of the proposed NEOM Stadium is seen inside the Saudi Arabia World Cup bid exhibition.

Irish soccer team's coach cuts press conference short after heated exchange with Israeli journalist

An Israeli journalist asked why Irish players allegedly called Israeli players “monkeys” during their previous match, prompting the coach to leave the press conference.

Republic of Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson reacts to FIFA World Cup UEFA Qualifiers, Czech Republic vs Republic of Ireland, March 26, 2026.

Blue-and-white National Team needs accountability, not more excuses, after last loss - analysis

The question facing the IFA is no longer simply how Israel can recover from one disappointing defeat. The time for excuses is over. The time for accountability is now.

RAN BEN SHIMON faces mounting questions over his leadership of Israel’s national team following the blue-and-white’s disappointing Nations League start.

Ireland defeats Israel 3-0 amid pre-game controversy, plenty of pressure

The small group of Irish supporters cheered on their team, while the much larger and considerably noisier group of Israeli supporters cheered on Israel.

ISRAEL FANS at Nagyerdei Stadion, Debrecen, Hungary, wave flags after the match of the blue-and-white 3-0 loss to Ireland in Nations League action.

Maccabi Haifa amputee team wins conference cup

The Greens defeated Scotland’s Ayr 4-0, completing a perfect tournament to claim the first-ever Conference League trophy. Ben Benjamin scored a brace, while Ohana and Maman added goals.

Great pride. Maccabi Haifa in the final.

Irish soccer team wears black armbands, refuse to shake Israeli players' hands during match

The decision follows several conflicts amid the team, with players even demanding not to play the game due to the war in Gaza.

Republic of Ireland's Ryan Manning with teammates during the warm up before the match.

Dia Saba: The star captivating Turkish soccer

From jersey number drama and coaching staff backing to secret restaurant entrances and Dubai family ties, the Israeli midfielder has become an unexpected sensation in Turkey.

A successful campaign of persuasion convinced him to take the field.

Ireland-Israel tensions spill into sports, and the ball is in Dublin's court now - opinion

An upcoming soccer match between Israel and Ireland is sidelining sports, engaging in foul play instead in the form of biased, anti-Israel rhetoric.

Irish coach Heimir Hallgrímsson.