@harrymadridThe Republic of Ireland national team was in a spot where some players looked like they might skip the game against Israel. Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu joined that group, citing worries about Gaza as the reason he didn't want to participate. Despite that, a significant majority of the squad cast their votes to go ahead with the match. Because of that decision, the scheduled game between the two countries is officially happening. #GavinBazunu
View original postPhoto by @harrymadrid· Sep 26, 2026· Gavin Bazunu
The image is a split view of two football association crests. On the left is the crest for Ireland, featuring a green shamrock with "IRELAND" and "FOOTBALL" text. On the right is the crest for Israel, with "ISRAEL Football Association" and Hebrew text, and a stylized globe. The mood is official and sports-focused. The distinct colors and emblems of each national team are notable.
@harrymadridThe Republic of Ireland national team was in a spot where some players looked like they might skip the game against Israel. Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu joined that group, citing worries about Gaza as the reason he didn't want to participate. Despite that, a significant majority of the squad cast their votes to go ahead with the match. Because of that decision, the scheduled game between the two countries is officially happening. #GavinBazunu
View original postPhoto by @harrymadrid· Sep 26, 2026· Gavin Bazunu
The image is a split view of two football association crests. On the left is the crest for Ireland, featuring a green shamrock with "IRELAND" and "FOOTBALL" text. On the right is the crest for Israel, with "ISRAEL Football Association" and Hebrew text, and a stylized globe. The mood is official and sports-focused. The distinct colors and emblems of each national team are notable.
