Montreal Goalkeeper Pushes Israeli Forward After Goal Celebration Amid Hostile Crowd

Israeli forward Dor Turgeman scored his fourth MLS goal of the season for New England Revolution in a match against Montreal Impact, which ended in a 2-2 draw on August 2, 2026. During the game, Montreal fans reportedly shouted anti-Israel chants, including "Death to Israel," provoking Turgeman to celebrate provocatively in front of the home supporters. This led to a heated incident on the field involving Montreal goalkeeper Sebastian Breza, who pushed Turgeman twice, sparking a confrontation between players from both teams.

Breza later explained his actions by saying he wanted to "get the crowd more involved in the game" and to "push the crowd to support the players." The altercation was described by Yahoo as stemming from Montreal's defensive collapse, which left Turgeman unmarked to score, fueling frustration that culminated in the on-field clash. The match saw New England take a 2-0 lead, including Turgeman's goal, before Montreal rallied with two goals in seven minutes during the second half.

This incident has drawn significant attention in both the United States and Canada, highlighting the tensions surrounding the game and the political undertones expressed by the crowd. Turgeman's goal streak continues, but the episode has placed him at the center of controversy beyond the sport itself.