Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 26 Sept 2026
Bazunu Releases Statement After Pulling Out of Israel Game
Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has explained why he won't be available for Ireland's Nations League match against Israel.
G. Bazunu
player
Who
Gavin Bazunu
What
Pulled out of Ireland squad
When
Sunday
Where
Neutral venue in Hungary
What happened. Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has confirmed he will not feature for the Republic of Ireland in their Nations League fixture against Israel on Sunday. He released a statement explaining his decision to make himself unavailable.
- The match will be played at a neutral venue in Hungary.
- Bazunu is currently on loan at Bolton Wanderers.
- He shared a statement explaining his reasons.
Bazunu's absence leaves Ireland without a regular squad member for the Nations League clash.
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