Beitar Jerusalem Fan Humiliated by Local Anti-Israel Activists Before Cyprus Match

Before the UEFA Conference League qualifying match between Beitar Jerusalem and AEK Larnaca in Larnaca, Cyprus, a disturbing incident involving a Beitar fan occurred. The fan was captured on social media being dragged along the road and humiliated by a group of local anti-Israel activists. The video shows the lone fan surrounded by several locals who shouted at him in their language, forcibly dragged him, and lifted him by his shirt in a degrading manner while one of the attackers filmed the event.

This incident followed reports of attacks on Beitar Jerusalem supporters near the stadium parking lot just minutes before the match. Despite the hostile environment, Beitar Jerusalem won the game 1-0. The incident has raised questions about the lack of support from other Beitar fans during the assault. The video and reports highlight the tense atmosphere faced by Israeli fans abroad, especially in regions with anti-Israel sentiments.

The match and the violent episode occurred on July 23, 2026, marking a low point in the fans' visit to Cyprus. The event has sparked outrage on social media and calls for better protection of visiting supporters in hostile environments.