An FAI communications official immediately rejected the allegation as untrue and brought the press conference to a close.
The Republic of Ireland's pre-match press conference in Serbia ended suddenly today after an Israeli journalist accused Irish players of making racist remarks towards Israel players.
An FAI communications official immediately rejected the allegation as untrue and brought the press conference to a close.
The exchange came ahead of Sunday's Nations League meeting between the sides in Backa Topola.
Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson had earlier stressed that he wants his players focused on football after a difficult international window, with his side currently on four points from three matches.
Dara O'Shea has left the squad for family reasons, while James Abankwah is suspended for Sunday's game.

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