Social Democrats TD Daniel Ennis Calls for Boycott of Ireland-Israel Football Matches (thejournal.ie)

• Daniel Ennis (SocDems) calls for boycott of Ireland vs Israel matches
• Cites 'genocidal regime' and calls on FAI and government to act
• Pro-Palestinian protest at Leinster House; mixed reactions from other TDs

"Newly elected Social Democrats TD Daniel Ennis arrived at Leinster House on 26 May 2026 and called for a boycott of the upcoming Nations League football matches between Ireland and Israel. He stated that the FAI and the Irish government should take a stand, as playing against a 'genocidal regime' contradicts the values of sports. Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger supported the call, while Fine Gael TD Seán Kyne deferred to FIFA and the Minister for Sport. A pro-Palestinian protest took place outside Leinster House."