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UEFA will investigate ‘potential inappropriate behaviour’ over chant following Ireland Women’s World Cup play-off

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UEFA has begun an investigation after Republic of Ireland players were filmed singing pro-IRA chants after their World Cup play-off win.

The video clip of several squad members singing Celtic Symphony was shared on social media after their 1-0 victory against Scotland at Hampden Park on Tuesday night.

Ad Officials from UEFA confirmed that they are investigating the situation. Football'I vow to stand up for the LGBTQ athletes and the fans at the World Cup in Qatar' — Cavallo2 HOURS AGO “In accordance with Article 31(4) of the UEFA disciplinary regulations, a UEFA ethics and disciplinary inspector will investigate potential inappropriate behaviour by players of the Republic of Ireland Women’s team in the aftermath of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers play-off second leg match played against Scotland on October 11, 2022.

Information on this matter will be made available in due course.” a UEFA statement read. Both the Football Association of Ireland and Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw issued public apologies following the incident. “The Football Association of Ireland and the Republic of Ireland women’s national team manager Vera Pauw apologise for any offence caused by a song sung by players in the Ireland dressing room after the FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying play-off win over Scotland at Hampden Park on Tuesday night,” read the FAI’s statement.

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