Maccabi Haifa Fans Hesitate to Buy Tickets Amidst Protest
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Maccabi Haifa fans are boycotting a match against Hapoel Jerusalem due to police conduct, with only 700 tickets sold so far. Despite a joint statement from the league and police promising better conduct, fan organizations have not ended their protest. The club supports the fans' decision, while Hapoel Jerusalem hopes for their attendance to boost revenue.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Haifa fans are boycotting a match against Hapoel Jerusalem at Teddy Stadium.
- The boycott is due to police conduct during previous games in Jerusalem.
- Fan organizations have not yet announced an end to their protest.
- Only 700 tickets have been sold to Maccabi Haifa supporters so far.
- The league management and Hapoel Jerusalem issued a statement promising improved police conduct.
Maccabi Haifa fans are not rushing to purchase tickets for their upcoming match against Hapoel Jerusalem at Teddy Stadium, even after a statement from the league management. Fan organizations have yet to announce an end to their boycott, which stems from the police's conduct during previous games in Jerusalem. The league management and Hapoel Jerusalem issued a joint statement on Friday, which included a commitment from the police to proper conduct. However, this has not yet prompted fans to buy tickets. Currently, only about 700 tickets have been sold to Maccabi Haifa supporters. The club stated that the decision to attend rests with the fans and that they support their decision, while acknowledging that a large fan turnout could provide a professional boost. Hapoel Jerusalem hopes that Maccabi Haifa fans will be persuaded to attend, which could significantly increase the club's revenue. Developments are expected in the coming days, with less than 48 hours remaining before the match.
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