Bnei Sakhnin Claims Players' and Fans' Cars Attacked After Maccabi Netanya Match
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Bnei Sakhnin reported that several cars belonging to players and fans were attacked near Maim Stadium after their match against Maccabi Netanya. Player Iyad Abu Abid's vehicle, with his pregnant wife inside, was among those targeted. Police have summoned Abu Abid for questioning as investigations continue.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Bnei Sakhnin alleges multiple attacks on players' and fans' cars after a 0-0 match with Maccabi Netanya.
- Player Iyad Abu Abid's car was attacked while his pregnant wife was inside.
- Abu Abid tried to avoid confrontation and was later summoned by police for questioning.
- Other vehicles, including that of player Ilai Hajaj and fans, were also attacked.
- The club condemned all violence and called for a thorough police investigation.
- Bnei Sakhnin urged fans to act responsibly and maintain a peaceful football environment.
Bnei Sakhnin issued an unusual statement on Monday evening alleging that several vehicles belonging to the club's players and fans were attacked shortly after their 0-0 draw against Maccabi Netanya. The incidents reportedly occurred just tens of meters from the Maim Stadium, where the teams had separated after the match. The club expressed deep concern over the serious event, emphasizing the proximity to the stadium and the potential danger involved.
According to Bnei Sakhnin, among those affected was player Iyad Abu Abid, whose car was attacked while his pregnant wife was inside. The club stated that Abu Abid attempted to distance himself from the confrontation and avoid escalation. Subsequently, he was stopped by police and summoned to the station the following day to provide testimony and assist in the investigation.
The club also reported that this was not an isolated incident, noting that the car of player Ilai Hajaj and a vehicle carrying a group of Bnei Sakhnin fans, including a medical student, were also attacked. Bnei Sakhnin warned of the serious and worrying nature of these events, which could have resulted in severe harm. They condemned all forms of violence inside and outside football venues.
The club called on the Israeli police and relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate the incidents, identify those responsible, and ensure they face legal consequences. They urged the public and fans to act responsibly, avoid violence, and maintain a normal and supportive football atmosphere.
