Ireland coach Hallgrimsson hopes squad bonds strengthen after tense window
Ireland's manager says the team emerges stronger after a difficult international window that included two matches against Israel.
What happened
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson said he hopes the squad's bonds will be stronger after a tough international window.23
Hallgrimsson said he was delighted this trying international window is over and hoped no other national team would go through what Ireland experienced over the two weeks.1
The window included two matches against Israel, which fans and politicians had called on Ireland to boycott, with Ireland described as one of Europe's most outspoken critics of Israel's war in Gaza.2
There were numerous protests in Ireland calling for the team not to fulfil the fixtures with Israel.2
Key points
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported the final results or scorelines of the matches against Israel.
- None of the outlets reviewed gave further detail on the nature of the protests or political statements referenced.
Why it matters
The matches against Israel had been a focus of attention since the draw in February, amid Ireland's prominent criticism of Israel's war in Gaza.2
Sources (3)
Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.
Europe
- 1BBC SportGBPublic broadcaster
Middle East & Turkey
Southeast Asia
- 3CNASGState-controlled
Hallgrimsson hopes Irish bonds will be stronger after tough period