New Delhi, June 13 -- The Football Association of Ireland confirmed on Friday that its home game against Israel in the UEFA Nations League will now be played at a neutral venue and behind closed doors. The October 4 match was originally set for Dublin's Aviva Stadium but has been relocated after UEFA approved the change. The decision comes after the FAI identified serious operational challenges with hosting the game in Ireland.

After consulting various groups, the association concluded that holding the match at home could create major problems for delivery and safety.

"Following consultation with various stakeholders, the Association is of the view that operational challenges could impact the delivery of the game on home soil, so the fi...