Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew from the national squad before a Nations League match against Israel on or before 26 September 2026, stating he felt 'it would be wrong to participate'. His withdrawal sparked debate about the intersection of politics and international sports.
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Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has released a statement on his withdrawal from the squad, saying he felt "it would be wrong to participate" in the Israel fixture in light of the atrocities in the region.
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Goalkeeper released statement on social media after leaving Irish squad before Nations League game
'It would be wrong to participate': Republic of Ireland's Bazunu withdraws from Israel game