Werder Bremen Fans Honor Hirsch Goldberg Poland Two Years After Hamas Killing
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Werder Bremen fans honored Hirsch Goldberg Poland, a Hapoel Jerusalem supporter, on the second anniversary of his killing by Hamas, highlighting the close ties between the two fan groups. The German club displayed a tribute banner and recalled his kidnapping and murder after 11 months in captivity.
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- Werder Bremen fans held a tribute for Hirsch Goldberg Poland two years after his Hamas killing.
- The banner read, "You will always be in our hearts, brother."
- Hirsch was a key link between Hapoel Jerusalem and Werder Bremen fans.
- He was kidnapped on October 7 and killed after 11 months in Hamas captivity.
- Werder Bremen issued a statement commemorating Hirsch and five other hostages killed by Hamas.
- The fan groups maintain a longstanding friendship with mutual visits and support.
On August 19, Werder Bremen fans paid tribute to Hirsch Goldberg Poland, a devoted Hapoel Jerusalem supporter, marking two years since his murder by Hamas according to the Hebrew calendar. The German club's supporters displayed an emotional banner reading, "You will always be in our hearts, brother." This gesture reflects the longstanding friendship between Hapoel Jerusalem and Werder Bremen fan groups, which includes mutual visits and shared support at matches.
Hirsch Goldberg Poland was a central figure in connecting the two fan bases, frequently visiting the Weserstadion and becoming a fan of Werder Bremen himself. After his kidnapping on October 7, the German fans actively campaigned for his release, showing support through tributes and signs in the stands. Following his death in captivity, they have continued to honor his memory with various heartfelt commemorations.
Werder Bremen also issued a statement acknowledging the anniversary, noting that after 11 months in captivity, Hirsch was killed by Hamas alongside five other hostages. The tribute underscores the deep bond between the two fan communities and their shared commitment to remembering Hirsch Goldberg Poland.
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