FAI investigates alleged racist abuse of Idah
The FAI is amassing high-quality footage of the alleged incident with the aim of presenting evidence to Uefa.
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"I am a man of strong faith, and try my best to be a person of character and principle. Therefore I feel it would be wrong to participate in the upcoming fixtures against Israel."
— Gavin Bazunu , Athlete
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Adam Idah is a Republic of Ireland footballer playing for Swansea City.
Gavin Bazunu is a goalkeeper for the Republic of Ireland national football team.
Jack Moylan is a midfielder who played for Lincoln City and has been called up to the Republic of Ireland national team.
Jayson Molumby is a midfielder for the Republic of Ireland national football team.
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The FAI is amassing high-quality footage of the alleged incident with the aim of presenting evidence to Uefa.
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