Football NewsGiveMeSportUnverified source· 27 Sept 2026
Republic of Ireland Fear Finn Azaz Could Retire
After Gavin Bazunu's refusal to play, another Republic of Ireland player's international future is now in doubt.


F. Azaz
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Player
Finn Azaz
Team
Republic of Ireland
Context
Nations League fixture
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Bazunu refused to play
What happened. Republic of Ireland reportedly fear Finn Azaz could retire from international football following the Nations League fixture against Israel. The concern comes after Gavin Bazunu refused to play.
- The story centres on Ireland's Nations League game against Israel.
- Gavin Bazunu has refused to play, per the report.
- Azaz's international future is now described as in doubt.
The situation around Ireland's squad continues to develop, with Azaz's international future uncertain.
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