Beitar Jerusalem Fans Attacked in Ambush Before Conference League Match in Larnaca

Tensions escalated sharply in Larnaca just minutes before the Conference League qualifying match between Beitar Jerusalem and AEK Larnaca. Dozens of local fans, accompanied by pro-Palestinian activists, ambushed Beitar Jerusalem supporters outside the stadium, throwing stones and rocks at them. The violent confrontation resulted in two minor injuries and eight arrests following intervention by Cypriot police.

Eyewitnesses reported that the attack occurred as Beitar fans were arriving in the stadium parking lot. The local fans and activists suddenly targeted the visitors, leading to a brief but intense clash. Police quickly separated the groups and restored order around the stadium area.

This incident followed earlier unrest the previous night, when a small group of AEK Larnaca fans attempted to provoke a fight at the hotel where Beitar supporters were staying. Police dispersed the crowd, and no injuries were reported then. The recent violence highlights the heightened tensions surrounding the match in Larnaca.

Beitar Jerusalem, led by owner Barak Abramov, is competing in the Conference League qualifiers, with the match drawing significant local and international attention. The security situation remains a concern as the teams prepare for the game.