MLS Investigates Object-Throwing Incident at Israeli Forward Dor Turgeman in Montreal

Israeli forward Dor Turgeman, playing for New England Revolution, scored a goal against Montreal in Canada during a Major League Soccer (MLS) match held overnight between Saturday and Sunday. The game was marked by hostile chants of "Death to Israel" directed at Turgeman. After his goal, objects were thrown at him from the stands. Montreal goalkeeper Sebastian Breza, who pushed Turgeman during the incident, received a yellow card but is not expected to face further punishment.

MLS rules strictly prohibit throwing objects such as cups and bottles onto the field. While lifetime bans for such offenses do not exist in the league’s regulations, fans found guilty of Level 1 violations may face stadium bans of one year or more. The league commissioner is expected to review the incident and decide on appropriate disciplinary measures. The Montreal stadium is equipped with surveillance to identify the individuals responsible for throwing objects. This incident is considered a serious disciplinary breach under MLS rules.