Hapoel Jerusalem Demands Police Action After Fans Attacked Following Loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv

Following a 5-2 defeat to Maccabi Tel Aviv on Sunday night, Hapoel Jerusalem fans were assaulted by a small group of Maccabi supporters. The attackers sprayed and damaged vehicles belonging to Hapoel fans, leading to injuries and medical treatment for some victims. The club issued a statement condemning the violence, describing the scenes as "old and terrible" and calling on the police to take action against the rioters. They also expressed confidence that Maccabi Tel Aviv would distance itself from the perpetrators within their fan base, questioning the value of football if such behavior continues.

An eyewitness recounted to Sport 5 that he and three friends were attacked in their car, with at least two others requiring hospital treatment. He reported being punched in the eye but sustained no serious injuries. The incident has raised concerns about fan violence in Israeli football and the need for stronger law enforcement measures to ensure safety at matches.