Hapoel Tel Aviv Fans Travel to Poland Amid Ultras Concerns Ahead of Katowice Match
Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to fly to Poland for the second leg of their UEFA Conference League third qualifying round match against Katowice on Wednesday. The Israeli club aims to secure their advancement to the playoff round after a 2-0 victory in the first leg, where they will face Atalanta if successful.
Approximately 500 Hapoel Tel Aviv supporters are expected to travel to Poland despite concerns over the local ultras' history of criminal incidents, violence, and hostility towards Israel. Polish authorities plan heightened police presence, particularly around the stadium, to prevent disturbances. Investigations have been ongoing into individuals linked to the local fan organization, with recent crackdowns following a major informant agreement that led to numerous arrests in April 2026.
Meanwhile, Hapoel Tel Aviv's new signing, Ghanaian midfielder Douglas Awusu, who joined the club this summer for a record fee of 2.2 million euros on a four-year contract, may be included in the squad for the Katowice match and could make his debut. Awusu was brought in to replace Lwizus Lwizo and will wear jersey number 35.
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