Jimmy Dunne named back-up goalkeeper after Gavin Bazunu withdraws for Israel double-header | OneFootball

Ireland have turned to defender Jimmy Dunne, 28, as an emergency back-up goalkeeper for their UEFA Nations League match against Israel in Hungary on Sunday at 20:45. According to L'Équipe, the move follows Gavin Bazunu's voluntary withdrawal from the squad for the Israel double-header.

UEFA regulations require teams to register at least three goalkeepers for Nations League fixtures, so the Irish federation added Dunne as one of two reserve keepers.

Bazunu stepped away from selection for the two games because of the war in Gaza, citing a personal belief that killing innocents is wrong.

He stressed that his stance was not directed at Israelis or the Jewish community, but at atrocities in the region.

Dunne’s designation ensures Ireland meet the competition requirements as they prepare to face Israel.

Source: L'Équipe

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