Montreal Condemns Abuse Against Israeli Soccer Player Dor Turgeman, Vows Action

Montreal's soccer club issued a strong condemnation following abusive chants directed at Israeli forward Dor Turgeman during a match against New England Revolution held in Canada on the night between August 1 and 2, 2026. Fans reportedly shouted hateful slogans including "Death to Israel" after Turgeman scored a goal. The club acknowledged the allegations of offensive remarks aimed at Turgeman by its supporters and declared zero tolerance for any form of discrimination or hatred.

The Montreal team stated it is taking the accusations seriously, working with Major League Soccer (MLS) and New England Revolution to investigate the incident thoroughly. They promised to take appropriate measures once the facts are established. The incident escalated when Turgeman celebrated his goal in front of the home crowd, provoking objects being thrown and verbal abuse. Subsequently, New England's goalkeeper Sebastian Breza pushed Turgeman twice, once onto the pitch, leading to a physical confrontation between the players.

The club's statement emphasized its commitment to combating hate and discrimination, signaling that it will not tolerate such behavior from its fans. The MLS is also involved in reviewing the events to determine necessary disciplinary actions. This episode highlights ongoing challenges related to fan conduct and racism in professional soccer matches involving Israeli athletes abroad.