Romanian Police Warn Beitar Jerusalem Fans of Surprise Hotel Inspections Ahead of Match

Ahead of the upcoming match between AEK Larnaca and Beitar Jerusalem on Thursday at 20:30, Romanian police have issued strict warnings to prevent clashes between the two teams' supporters. Authorities demanded that the hotel housing several dozen AEK Larnaca fans not accommodate Beitar Jerusalem fans simultaneously. Romanian police informed Israeli security representatives that they will conduct surprise inspections at hotels today and tomorrow, deploy forces in areas with fan presence, and are prepared for mass arrests if necessary.

In response, Beitar Jerusalem released a statement cautioning their fans against involvement in conflicts or improper behavior, including the use of pyrotechnics and conduct within hotels. This marks a notably stricter stance by Romanian authorities compared to previous visits by Beitar to Ploiești.

On the sporting front, Beitar Jerusalem is holding a training session tonight, after which coach Almog Cohen will decide the starting lineup. There is speculation that Cohen may avoid practicing the full starting eleven to prevent potential leaks to the Cypriot side. The team is preparing for a high-pressure game, with the coach emphasizing playing their own style and confidence in their strategies to handle the opponent's pressure.