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Polish Club Owner Launches Antisemitic Attack on Hapoel Tel Aviv Ahead of Conference League Match

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First reported by N12 · 44 minutes ago

What happened

Alex Haditaghi, owner of Polish club Pogon Szczecin, made antisemitic remarks against Hapoel Tel Aviv before their Conference League match, accusing the club of representing genocide and calling for Palestine's liberation. This follows his earlier refusal to negotiate with Maccabi Tel Aviv, sparking controversy over politics in football.

01Alex Haditaghi, Pogon Szczecin owner, accused Hapoel Tel Aviv of representing genocide before their match.
02Haditaghi compared Israeli clubs' UEFA participation to political privilege backed by powerful countries.
03He previously refused negotiations with Maccabi Tel Aviv, likening cooperation to Nazi Germany.
04Haditaghi urged Katowice players to embody the pain and hopes of Palestinians.
05His statements included a call to "Free Palestine" and ended with "Long live Iran."
06The match occurred on July 27, 2023, broadcast on Sport4.

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