UEFA Orders Maccabi Tel Aviv to Suspend Ticket Sales Over Pyrotechnics Incident
Maccabi Tel Aviv secured their advancement to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League with a 1-0 and 6-0 aggregate victory over Sheriff Tiraspol. However, the club has encountered a setback following the use of pyrotechnics during their home match against the Moldovan team. UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Maccabi Tel Aviv and instructed the club to suspend all ticket sales for their upcoming home game against CSKA Sofia until the investigation is complete.
The club announced the directive on July 31, 2026, stating that they are fully cooperating with UEFA and will update fans as soon as a decision regarding ticket sales is made. This suspension affects the third qualifying round match of the Europa League, potentially impacting the club's preparations and fan attendance.
Maccabi Tel Aviv's management emphasized their commitment to compliance with UEFA regulations and expressed their intention to keep supporters informed. The disciplinary process remains ongoing, and the club awaits further instructions from UEFA before resuming ticket sales.
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