Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson reflects on this international break, saying it is a "defining moment" for his squad.

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson reflected on a tough international break, describing the window as a defining moment for his team. His comments followed two Nations League fixtures against Israel, which took place in neutral locations.
The Republic of Ireland had faced external calls to boycott the matches amid the Israel-Gaza war. Hallgrimsson's side secured a 3-0 victory in their first fixture held in Hungary, followed by a 1-1 draw in the second meeting in Serbia.
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