Israel captain stokes feud by saying ‘our country is 10 times better than Ireland’
Manor Solomon claimed Israel was “10 times better” than Ireland as fallout intensified from their Nations League match and stated bluntly: “They hate us and we don’t like them.”
TL;DR
- Israeli captain Manor Solomon stated that Israel is "10 times better" than Ireland.
- Solomon claimed Ireland players "hate us and we don’t like them."
- Irish players showed disrespect during Israel's anthem and did not exchange handshakes or pennants.
- The protest was reportedly due to Israeli military actions in Gaza.
- Israel won the match 3-0, and the return fixture will be played in Serbia.
- Solomon expressed pride in Israel, its people, and its soldiers.