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Maccabi Tel Aviv, an Israeli club, has made a bold statement by announcing that they will not accept any ticket allocation from Aston Villa in the event that the decision to ban their supporters from an upcoming Europa League match is reversed. The decision to prohibit their fans from attending the match in Birmingham was made by the Birmingham Safety Advisory Group (SAG), the authority responsible for issuing safety certificates for such events.
This controversial ruling received widespread criticism, prompting Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to pledge government support to enable Maccabi fans to attend the match. However, Maccabi Tel Aviv has expressed concerns for the safety of their supporters due to the “toxic atmosphere” that has been created surrounding the event. Consequently, they have decided not to send their fans to the match.
In a statement released by the club, they emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety and well-being of their fans, which led to their decision to decline any allocation for away fans. While the government spokesperson expressed disappointment over Maccabi Tel Aviv’s decision, they acknowledged the club’s right to make such a choice and condemned the exploitation of the match for inciting fear and violence.
West Midlands Police classified the upcoming fixture as “high risk” based on intelligence and past incidents, contributing to concerns surrounding the safety of fans. Nonetheless, efforts are being made to review the situation with the hope of allowing away fans to attend the match. The matter is seen as a larger issue in light of the rising antisemitism globally, underscoring the importance of promoting unity and peaceful coexistence through football
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