Italian Police Seize 45 Kg of Fireworks from Israeli Hapoel Fans in Bergamo
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Italian police confiscated 45 kilograms of smoke grenades and fireworks from two Israeli Hapoel Tel Aviv fans during a football match in Bergamo.
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- Italian police seized 45 kg of smoke grenades and fireworks from two Israeli Hapoel fans.
- The incident occurred during a UEFA Conference League playoff match in Bergamo on August 20, 2026.
- Hapoel Tel Aviv fans lit several flares at the start of the game against Atalanta.
- The confiscated items included various pyrotechnic devices beyond smoke grenades.
- The report was made by the Italian news outlet Ecodibergamo during the match.
During a UEFA Conference League playoff match between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Atalanta in Bergamo, Italy, local authorities confiscated 45 kilograms of smoke grenades and fireworks from two Israeli fans. The match, which took place on August 20, 2026, saw Hapoel supporters ignite several flares in the stands at kickoff. According to the Italian news outlet Ecodibergamo, the seized pyrotechnic materials included not only smoke grenades but also various fireworks and related devices. The incident was reported while the game was ongoing, highlighting security concerns surrounding fan behavior and the use of pyrotechnics at international football matches. No further details about the individuals involved or subsequent actions were provided.
