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The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is the governing body for association football in the Republic of Ireland. The organization is currently at the center of controversy regarding upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel. Despite pressure from some fans and politicians to boycott these matches, the FAI has not yet announced a boycott. Recent events include protests during a friendly match against Qatar, where home fans disrupted play to demonstrate against the fixtures with Israel. The Republic of Ireland manager has also made statements urging his players to perform well against Israel, framing it as a significant challenge. The FAI's decision on whether to proceed with the games holds relevance in the context of international sporting boycotts and political sensitivities surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict.