Maccabi Netanya Cleared in Doping Investigation Over IV Drips
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
The Football Association prosecutor has closed an investigation into Maccabi Netanya regarding allegations of prohibited IV drips for players. The probe found no evidence of wrongdoing, determining that IVs were administered according to protocol with permitted substances and within volume limits. As a result, no indictment will be filed against the club.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Netanya has been cleared by the Football Association prosecutor in an investigation into prohibited IV drips.
- The investigation examined allegations of players receiving illegal fluids and vitamins via IV.
- Evidence showed IVs were administered by the team doctor under a protocol with permitted substances.
- The volume of each IV drip did not exceed 100 ml, according to findings.
- No indictment will be filed against the club as the investigation concluded without charges.
The Football Association prosecutor, Gilad Bergman, has closed an investigation into Maccabi Netanya concerning allegations of administering prohibited IV drips of fluids and vitamins to players. The investigation, conducted over recent months by the DMI investigation firm, examined evidence from club management, coaching staff, and players, along with relevant documents. The findings did not uncover proof of any prohibited IV administration.
Evidence collected indicated that the IV drips were administered by the team doctor following a structured protocol, detailing the permitted substances, including various fluids and vitamins. The volume of each drip did not exceed 100 ml. Receipts for the purchase of 100 ml IV bags were also presented as part of the protocol.
Polygraph tests were utilized to assess the credibility of testimonies. After reviewing all gathered materials, the prosecutor determined that there was insufficient grounds to file an indictment, concluding the investigation without any charges against the club.
