Uefa investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusation

Uefa has confirms it is investigating the half-time incident during Sunday's Nations League game between Republic of Ireland and Israel following an accusation of spitting.

The Republic of Ireland and Israel clashed as players made their way down the tunnel at half-time

The teams clashed at half-time in the 1-1 draw behind closed doors in Serbia, with the Irish Times, external reporting that Republic of Ireland head of athletic performance Damien Doyle alleged he had been spat at by an Israel player.

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson later confirmed there was an "accusation of spitting" during the fracas.

On Tuesday, Uefa confirmed it was opening an investigation "following a review of the official reports".

Source: BBC Sport