Israel team 'spent £500 on thermal clothing ahead of Northern Ireland clash'

Israel manager Eli Guttman reportedly ordered his staff to buy thermal clothing for his players ahead of their victory over Northern Ireland last night.

The Middle East side arrived in Belfast in freezing conditions for their World Cup qualifier, which ended 2-0 to the visitors.

Ahead of the match, it is understood that members of staff headed into the city with £500 from Guttman to spend on thermal gear, according to the Daily Mail.

The successful side emerged on the pitch at Windsor Park wearing woolen tights under their shorts as well as thermal vests.