Be'er Sheva Doctor Waves Israeli Flag After Victory, Sparks Fan Backlash
Hapoel Be'er Sheva achieved a significant milestone on Tuesday by securing a 2-0 victory over Red Star Belgrade in Serbia, earning a spot in the UEFA Champions League qualifying playoff round. The team is now just 180 minutes away from a historic advancement to the Champions League group stage. Following the match, the club's doctor, Dr. Hana Karmiko, proudly waved an Israeli flag while walking across the pitch toward the locker room. This gesture provoked a hostile reaction from Red Star fans, who booed and threw objects at her from the stands. Serbian media outlet 'Mozart' reported that the display of the Israeli flag by a member of Be'er Sheva's professional staff ignited intense anger among the passionate Red Star supporters. The incident highlights the charged atmosphere surrounding the match and the broader regional tensions.
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