Maccabi Tel Aviv to Host EuroLeague Games in Cyprus Amid Security Concerns
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv will move its EuroLeague home games to Limassol, Cyprus, effective immediately due to the security situation in Israel. The team will play its first game in Cyprus, an Israeli derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv, in the upcoming round. The EuroLeague cited player and fan safety as the reason for the decision and will monitor developments.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Tel Aviv's EuroLeague home games will be hosted in Limassol, Cyprus.
- The move is due to the ongoing security situation in the region.
- The decision takes effect with the next round, including an Israeli derby.
- The EuroLeague aims to ensure the safety of players, staff, and fans.
- The league will reassess the situation for potential return to normal hosting.
Maccabi Tel Aviv will host its upcoming EuroLeague home games in Limassol, Cyprus, at the "Spyros Kyprianou" Arena, the EuroLeague announced on Wednesday. The decision, which takes effect immediately with the 11th round of the regular season, means the team will play its Israeli derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv in Cyprus. The EuroLeague stated that Israeli teams are continuing to play in alternative venues due to the security situation in the region, emphasizing that the move is intended to ensure the safety of players, staff, and fans. The league will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further announcements if conditions allow for a return to normal hosting arrangements. The change means Maccabi Tel Aviv is leaving its temporary venue in Belgrade.
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