Irish PM Slams Israel FA’s ‘Unacceptable’ Remarks on Manager Hallgrimsson
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin has called the Israel Football Association’s recent comments about Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson “unacceptable” and demanded they be withdrawn.
The exchange began after Hallgrimsson’s remarks on playing against Israel, which the Israel FA countered with accusations of “ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity.” Martin, attending the UN General Assembly, echoed sentiments about the situation in Gaza, stating Israel cannot deny global understanding.