Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv to decline tickets to Europa League match in UK
Summary
Maccabi Tel Aviv, an Israeli football team, has decided not to accept tickets for its fans for a Europa League match in the UK, even if restrictions barring their attendance are lifted. The decision follows safety concerns and recent incidents, including a canceled match in Israel due to violence. The UK Prime Minister and Israeli officials have criticized the ban on Maccabi fans, but local authorities and police cite security risks.Key Facts
- Maccabi Tel Aviv will not take tickets for their fans for a game in the UK.
- The decision aims to ensure the safety of their fans.
- Israeli police canceled a recent match in Israel due to violence and public disorder.
- The UK banned Maccabi fans from a game in Birmingham, calling it a high-risk match.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized the ban as the wrong decision.
- Israeli officials urged reversing the ban, calling it shameful.
- Past incidents, like clashes during a match in Amsterdam, raised safety concerns.
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