The Union of European Football Associations has opened an investigation into an alleged altercation in the tunnel during the Republic of Ireland’s Nations League clash with Israel in Serbia last weekend. The incident reportedly occurred at half-time during Sunday’s 1-1 draw in Backa Topola, with media reports claiming that a member of the Irish coaching staff accused an Israeli player of spitting at him. Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson confirmed that a confrontation took place but declined to comment further, saying the matter would likely be handled by UEFA’s disciplinary authorities. UEFA confirmed today that it has appointed an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector to investigate the incident.