Uefa has launched an investigation into a spitting accusation that arose during the Nations League match between the Republic of Ireland and Israel. The incident reportedly occurred at half-time, with claims made by Damien Doyle, the head of athletic performance for Ireland, that he was spat at by an Israeli player. Uefa confirmed that an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to look into the matter.
The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw, has been surrounded by controversy, particularly due to ongoing tensions related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. The Republic of Ireland faced calls to withdraw from the games, and players experienced heightened emotions during the match, leading to clashes on the field and in the tunnel at half-time.