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A 1‑0 victory for Ireland over Qatar was overshadowed by protest actions and a coach’s criticism of boycott calls, highlighting the growing intersection of sport and geopolitics.
Ireland’s coach Heimir Hallgrimsson criticized a pro‑Gaza demonstration during a friendly against Qatar, saying the gesture 'kills the game', while the country prepares to face Israel in upcoming matches.
Fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch during a Nations League match, sparking a coach’s rebuke and a looming diplomatic row over upcoming fixtures with Israel.