UEFA defends policy after rejecting Ireland’s request not to play Israel Post author:mck Post published: September 19, 2026 Post category:Blog UEFA responds after Ireland’s football association says its request to avoid future pairings with Israel was rejected. You Might Also Like 3-year-old rescued after falling into 18-metre-deep well in Syria April 29, 2026 Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup 2026 opener June 17, 2026 Madagascar president warns of attempt to ‘seize power’: What to know October 12, 2025