Dublin’s Nations League meeting between Ireland and Austria was briefly interrupted after home supporters threw tennis balls onto the pitch in a protest over Ireland’s forthcoming fixture against Israel.
The balls carried the colours associated with Palestine, turning the stoppage during the 2-2 draw into a visible statement from sections of the Irish crowd.
Quick facts
- Ireland drew 2-2 with Austria in Dublin.
- Supporters tossed tennis balls onto the field, causing play to stop.
- The balls were coloured in support of Palestine.
- The protest concerned Ireland’s scheduled Nations League match against Israel.
The action came as Ireland prepare to face Israel in the Nations League, a match that has prompted objections among some supporters.
There was no indication in the match details that the protest changed the status of the planned Nations League fixture. On the field, Ireland and Austria finished level after four goals in the Dublin contest.
