Israel Captain Fuels Ireland Feud With Insult

Manor Solomon, the Israel captain, made the inflammatory comments after Ireland players refused to shake hands or exchange pennants during their Nations League encounter. The Irish players also avoided looking at Israel's anthem, protesting against Israeli military actions in Gaza which have killed tens of thousands of people. afsport.lat

Solomon responded bluntly, stating 'They hate us and we don't like them,' while claiming Israel was '10 times better' than Ireland. The diplomatic fallout continues between the two nations following the politically charged match.