Coach Hallgrimsson: Ireland’s tough fortnight a ‘defining moment’

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Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson described a difficult fortnight as a potentially defining period for the team. Ireland’s behind-closed-doors Nations League match against Israel ended 1–1 in Backa Topola, Serbia, amid controversy surrounding both fixtures between the sides.

Coach Heimir Hallgrimsson believes Ireland will look back at their extremely challenging fortnight as a “defining moment” in their history. Ireland's behind-closed-doors Nations League "home" clash with Israel in Backa Topola, Serbia ended in a 1-1 draw, also bringing to a close an international window mired in controversy surrounding the two Israel fixtures.