Beitar Jerusalem Denies Fan Misconduct Claims Ahead of Cyprus Match
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Beitar Jerusalem denies reports that its fans caused damage in Larnaca before their Thursday match against AEK Larnaca, clarifying tear gas was used only against AEK fans. The club also addressed minor disturbances at their hotel. Coach Almog Cohen plans an attacking lineup for the game.
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- Beitar Jerusalem denies fans caused property damage in Larnaca before Thursday's match.
- Cypriot police used tear gas only against AEK Larnaca fans attempting confrontation.
- Hotel management reported graffiti and cannabis odor but disturbances have stopped.
- Beitar's official statement confirmed by Larnaca police and UEFA representatives.
- Coach Almog Cohen confirmed Eugene Ansah will start and plans an offensive lineup.
- Yarden Shua, Kalo, and possibly Omri Atsili expected in starting eleven.
Ahead of Beitar Jerusalem's match against AEK Larnaca on Thursday at 19:30 in Cyprus, local media reported that some Beitar fans caused property damage in Larnaca's streets, prompting police to disperse them with tear gas. The Cypriot Guardian Sport described the fans' actions as provocative, leading to increased police security measures and warnings for AEK fans to remain cautious.
Beitar Jerusalem strongly denied these allegations, issuing an official statement after speaking with the Larnaca police chief. The club clarified that their fans did not cause any damage, and that tear gas was used solely against AEK fans who attempted to confront Beitar supporters. This was also confirmed by a police representative to UEFA officials.
Separately, at the Radisson Hotel where Beitar staff and some fans are staying, management sent a letter to guests addressing incidents of graffiti and cannabis odor observed on the premises. The letter expressed pride in hosting the team and wished them success in the upcoming match and an easy fast for Tisha B'Av. The disturbances reportedly ceased by the following day.
On the sporting front, coach Almog Cohen is still deciding the starting lineup but has confirmed Eugene Ansah will start. Beitar plans an offensive approach with Yarden Shua and Kalo expected to play alongside Ansah. Omri Atsili might also be included if Cohen opts for a particularly aggressive 4-2-4 formation.
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