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Republic of Ireland’s Gavin Bazunu boycotts Israel match ‘as a person of principle’

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

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First Reported· Paul MacInnes (The Guardian)
37d ago (26 Sept)

"Bolton goalkeeper issues statement after withdrawal Ireland players will wear black armbands in match The Republic of Ireland will fulfil their fixture against Israel in Hungary on Sunday night, but only after lengthy deliberations between the players resulted in a “significant majority” voting to play."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
37d ago (26 Sept)

"Bolton goalkeeper issues statement after withdrawal Ireland players will wear black armbands in match The Republic of Ireland will fulfil their fixture against Israel in Hungary on Sunday night, but only after lengthy deliberations between the players resulted in a “significant m..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified