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What Irish media said about Liam Scales after dramatic Ireland draw with Israel

Liam Scales will return to Celtic after an international break that produced almost every possible emotion for the Republic of Ireland defender. The 28-year-old had…

By Patrick Sinat · 67HailHail

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 6:34 AM

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Irish media evaluated Liam Scales' pivotal moments following the Republic of Ireland's 1-1 draw against Israel.
Scales deflected Oscar Gloukh's shot into the path of Dor Peretz for Israel's equalizing goal.
The defender received a first-half yellow card for fouling former Celtic teammate Liel Abada.

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Irish media heavily scrutinized Republic of Ireland defender Liam Scales following a 1-1 draw against Israel in Serbia. Playing the full 90 minutes under manager Heimir Hallgrímsson, the Celtic center-back featured in several pivotal moments, including an unfortunate deflection off Oscar Gloukh's shot that allowed Dor Peretz to score Israel's equalizer.

Outlets such as The Irish Times, RTÉ, and the Irish Examiner highlighted Scales' mixed evening, noting a first-half booking for fouling Liel Abada, defensive miscommunications, and a missed late scoring opportunity in the 85th minute. Scales now heads back to Celtic ahead of their upcoming Scottish Premiership match against Motherwell.

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