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Itamar Shabiro Reveals Infusion Use Also Occurred at Maccabi Netanya in Football IV Drip Investigation
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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago
What happened
Itamar Shabiro, Ironi Tiberias player, revealed in an Israeli Football Association investigation that IV drips were also used at Maccabi Netanya, suggesting wider use of infusion treatments in Israeli football. The disclosure came during a post-match recovery session in the 2023/2024 season, expanding the scope of the ongoing inquiry into the practice.
- 01Itamar Shabiro disclosed IV drip use at Maccabi Netanya during an investigation.
- 02The revelation came from a transcript of a June 21 interrogation by the Israeli Football Association.
- 03Shabiro described infusion treatments after a 2023/2024 cup match for player recovery.
- 04The investigation suggests infusion use may be widespread in Israeli football.
- 05Authorities are examining whether these procedures are routine or part of a larger issue.
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