"The club are in continuous dialogue with Maccabi Tel Aviv and the local authorities throughout this ongoing process. The safety of supporters attending the match and the safety of local residents is at the forefront of any decision."
"This decision is based on current intelligence and previous incidents, including violent clashes and hate crime offences that occurred during the 2024 Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv in Amsterdam. Based on our professional judgement, we believe this measure will help mitigate risks to public safety."
"toxic combination of antisemitism, hooliganism, and anger over the war in Gaza, Israel and elsewhere in the Middle East"
No travelling Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters will be permitted at the Europa League fixture at Villa Park on 6 November because of safety concerns. West Midlands Police classified the game as high risk after a thorough assessment and cited current intelligence and previous incidents, including violent clashes and hate crime offences at the 2024 Ajax–Maccabi match in Amsterdam. The Safety Advisory Group informed Aston Villa of the restriction. Aston Villa says it is in continuous dialogue with Maccabi Tel Aviv and local authorities and prioritises the safety of supporters and local residents. Protests linked to the war in Gaza have affected recent matches and led to previous arrests.
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