FAI launches investigation into alleged racist abuse of Adam Idah during Israel clash

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has launched an internal investigation into allegations that striker Adam Idah was subjected to racist abuse by Israel supporters during Sunday's 3-0 UEFA Nations League victory in Hungary.

The FAI is reviewing pitchside audio and video footage to investigate the alleged racist abuse directed at Idah by Israel fans during the Nations League fixture.

During the match, Republic of Ireland midfielder Jayson Molumby approached match officials to alert them to what he believed was abusive behaviour.

This article is based on reporting originally published on 2026-09-28.