Maccabi Tel Aviv Vows to Remove Rioters After Violent Incident in Rehovot
Following Maccabi Tel Aviv's decisive 5-2 victory over Hapoel Jerusalem on August 23, violent clashes erupted outside the stadium in Rehovot. A group of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans reportedly attacked Hapoel Jerusalem supporters as they exited the match, with videos circulating online showing the assailants wielding clubs. The club has condemned the violence and is taking the incident seriously. Maccabi Tel Aviv announced plans to identify and ban the perpetrators from future games to prevent further disturbances. Additionally, the club expects the Israeli police to thoroughly investigate and hold those responsible accountable. These efforts are running alongside the club's own attempts to locate the offenders. The incident has drawn attention within the Israeli Premier League community, emphasizing the need for stricter measures against fan violence.
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