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Israel 'tried to intimidate' Irish players, says Hallgrimsson
Original: Israel 'tried to intimidate' Irish amid spitting row - Hallgrimsson https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cw4g14
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has accused the Israel side of trying to intimidate his players during a controversy over an alleged spitting incident in their women's fixture. The Iceland coach's comments have drawn attention to the confrontation and raised questions about conduct on the pitch, with the row between the two teams now dominating discussion of the match.
Why now: An international manager's accusation of intimidation amid a spitting controversy is fresh, contentious football news.
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