Micheál Carrigy TD spoke in the Dáil: Stop the Game Campaign and FAI Participation in Matches against Israel: Motion [Private Members]

In a Dáil debate on 9 June 2026, Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy of Longford‑Westmeath took part in a private members’ motion titled “Stop the Game Campaign and FAI Participation in Matches against Israel.” The motion called for the Football Association of Ireland to refrain from arranging or participating in football matches that would involve Israeli teams, citing concerns raised by the Stop the Game campaign.

Carrigy’s contribution came as part of a broader discussion on sports diplomacy and international sporting relations. While the motion was tabled by other members, Carrigy's participation underscored his willingness to engage on issues beyond local constituency matters.

The debate reflected ongoing debates in Irish politics about how national organisations should respond to global events. The motion remains under consideration within the Dáil, with its outcome pending further parliamentary scrutiny.

For full details see the Oireachtas debate record.

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