Hapoel Tel Aviv Returns to Drive-In Arena Following Fan Protests
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Hapoel Tel Aviv will return to play its home games at the Drive-In arena, following a fan decision from February. The team's first game back is scheduled for Sunday, October 18th, against Maccabi Ashdod. The club will now hold all home games at the venue and has introduced new seating arrangements, including a family section, while limiting ticket sales to season ticket holders.
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- Hapoel Tel Aviv will play all home games at the Drive-In arena starting October 18th.
- The decision to return to the Drive-In was made following fan protests and a fan resolution.
- The first game back will be against Maccabi Ashdod at 6:30 PM.
- A dedicated family section will be introduced at the arena.
- Single ticket sales to the general public will be discontinued.
Hapoel Tel Aviv has officially announced its return to the "Drive-In" arena, also known as the "Givat Shmuel Hall," following a fan decision made in February. The team's first home game back in the arena will be on Sunday, October 18th, at 6:30 PM against Maccabi Ashdod. All subsequent home games in the league, state cup, and playoffs will be held at the Drive-In.
This move comes after a fan resolution from February 22, 2026, which the club is now implementing. In preparation for the return, the club is introducing changes to seating and entry arrangements. A dedicated section for families with children will be established to encourage younger fans to attend. Additionally, single tickets will no longer be sold to the general public; any remaining seats after season ticket holders have been accommodated will be offered exclusively to subscribers.
Club Chairman Stav Shaham expressed his pride and excitement about returning to the arena. "The homecoming is a significant moment for the club and for the entire Red community," he stated. Shaham also called on fans to purchase season tickets to support the team's return, emphasizing the desire to see full stands filled with Hapoel fans, families, and the next generation of supporters.
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