Jerusalem FC to Sell Tickets Directly to Maccabi Haifa Fans Amid Dispute

Hapoel Jerusalem FC has decided to sell tickets directly to Maccabi Haifa supporters for their upcoming match at Teddy Stadium on Monday, October 5th, at 8:30 PM. This decision comes after Maccabi Haifa announced they would not distribute or sell tickets to their own fans for the game. Maccabi Haifa cited the Jerusalem police's conduct towards their fans in recent years, alleging disproportionate force in several instances, as the reason for their decision.

Hapoel Jerusalem appears unfazed by Maccabi Haifa's move and recalled a similar situation three seasons ago. "We were in this movie with Haifa three seasons ago as well, then it was a dispute over a commission. 6,000 green fans arrived and bought tickets through us. People are hungry for football, the teams are in form, there is no reason not to come," stated a club representative.

Uri Sheratzky, CEO of Hapoel Jerusalem, commented on the situation, stating, "We are not entering into Maccabi Haifa's considerations or the reasons that led them to transfer the ticket sales for their fans to us. Every club has its own troubles. We promise every Maccabi Haifa fan who arrives at the renovated Teddy Stadium with the intention of watching football, an enjoyable and safe sporting experience at an affordable price."

Sheratzky added, "More than anything, we are happy to return to our home field for the main match of the 6th round, in front of our fans who missed seeing Hapoel. As usual in our encounters with Maccabi Haifa, I am sure there will be a good game on the grass between two football teams that are in form. This time, we will conduct ticket sales, including for Maccabi Haifa fans, through our regular platform, GoOut. See you at Teddy!"