Security Costs Soar for Highly Anticipated Tel Aviv Derby Match

By הדר יעקבי

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The Tel Aviv derby, dubbed the most expensive game in Israeli football history, will be secured by 600 guards and 400 police officers at Bloomfield Stadium. The extensive security is due to an even fan split and no home team, creating two large supporter blocs. Police have banned banners, fearing they could be used to smuggle flares, potentially causing disorder.

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600 guards and 400 police will secure the Tel Aviv derby, the most expensive in Israeli football.
The match will feature an equal split of stadium sections for both Maccabi and Hapoel fans.
No designated home team is expected to create two large, potentially volatile, supporter groups.
Cellular antennas will be erected to ensure reliable mobile reception during the game.
Police have banned banners, fearing they could be used to smuggle and throw flares.

The upcoming Toto Cup Tel Aviv derby between Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to be the most expensive game in Israeli football history, according to the league management. The match, to be held at Bloomfield Stadium, will feature an unprecedented security presence, with 600 private guards and 400 police officers deployed to maintain order and prevent incidents. This heightened security is attributed to the unique nature of the game, which involves an equal split of stadium sections for both fan bases and no designated home team, creating two large, potentially volatile, supporter groups. To further manage the event, cellular antennas will be erected to ensure reliable mobile reception. The police have also prohibited the use of banners, a common practice for fans of both clubs during major games. Authorities are concerned that fans might exploit the banners to smuggle and throw flares, leading to disturbances.

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