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Israel 'tried to intimidate' Irish amid spitting row - Hallgrimsson
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has accused the Israeli national team of attempting to intimidate his players during their recent UEFA Nations League match. The encounter, which ended in a 1-1 draw, was marked by a heated confrontation at half-time. Reports indicate that members of the Irish backroom staff alleged that spitting occurred during the match. The Israeli Football Association has declined to comment on the specific allegations as tensions surrounding the fixture remain high.