UEFA has confirmed it is investigating an alleged incident involving a member of the Republic of Ireland’s coaching staff and an Israeli player during a Nations League match held in Backa Topola, Serbia. The governing body stated that match officials submitted reports containing an allegation of an incident occurring in or around the tunnel at half-time.

While UEFA has officially categorized the investigation as one regarding "potential misconducts from player(s)," the specific details of the altercation remain subject to the ongoing inquiry. Reports from the scene indicate that the incident took place as both teams were returning to their dressing rooms. According to The Guardian, witnesses reported hearing a member of the Irish staff involved in the exchange, though the full context of the confrontation has not been verified by official sources. Al Jazeera reports the incident as an accusation of an Israeli player spitting on an Irish coach. UEFA has not yet released findings or identified the specific individuals involved, noting only that the disciplinary process is underway.