Ben-Gvir Denied Direct Pitch Access at Teddy Stadium
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was prevented from walking onto the field via the players' tunnel at a Beitar Jerusalem soccer match. Beitar Jerusalem officials objected to his request, forcing him to take a different route. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was also expected but ultimately did not attend the game.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was denied access to the players' tunnel at a Beitar Jerusalem soccer match.
- Beitar Jerusalem officials opposed Ben-Gvir's request to walk on the field.
- Approximately 30,000 fans attended the match between Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected but did not attend the game.
- Ministers Nir Barkat and Shaul Meridor were present at the stadium.
During a major soccer match between Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv at Teddy Stadium on Monday, attended by approximately 30,000 spectators, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was prevented from accessing the players' tunnel and walking onto the field. Beitar Jerusalem officials objected to the minister's request to use the tunnel, which leads directly to the East Stand, and insisted he take an alternative route.
Also present at the game were Minister Nir Barkat and Shaul Meridor. The possibility of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attending the match had generated significant interest, with security arrangements reportedly being considered. However, due to the complexities of securing such an event, the Prime Minister ultimately did not attend.
According to a report by Michael Shemesh, the political correspondent for Channel 13 News, security personnel had begun assessing the feasibility of Netanyahu's attendance. Despite these preparations, uncertainties remained close to game time, leading to his absence from the stadium.
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