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No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel
Republic of Ireland and Israel teams did not shake hands before their fixture, with players skipping the usual pre-match handshake routine. The gesture reflects the continuing political tensions surrounding Israel's participation in international sport, and fans and commentators have been debating whether such protests belong on the pitch. The match itself has drawn attention largely because of the snub.
Why now: Ongoing political tensions over Israel's participation in international sport make any on-field snub a talking point
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