‘I have an unwavering support for the Palestinian people’ – Shelbourne boss Joey O’Brien makes his point after FAI’s decision to fulfil Israel clash in Dublin
27 February 2026; Shelbourne head coach Joey O'Brien is interviewed by LOI TV before the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Drogheda United and Shelbourne at Sullivan & Lambe Park in Drogheda, Louth. Photo by Shauna Clinton/SportsfileShelbourne boss Joey O’Brien has reiterated his “unwavering support” for the Palestinian cause and feels the majority of Irish football is in favour of a boycott of Ireland’s Nations League fixtures against Israel later this year. Last Wednesday, the FAI confirmed that the home clash against Israel on October 4 would go ahead at the Aviva Stadium after taking legal advice and holding conversations with stakeholders such as the Government and An Garda Síochána.
Source: Irish Independent February 28, 2026 11:29 UTC
