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Belgian Mayor Blocks Hapoel Beersheba Europa League Match over Alleged Safety Concerns
- On Tuesday, Leuven Mayor Mohamed Ridouani canceled the match between Union Saint-Gilloise and HaPoel Beersheba, citing "security concerns."
- The mayor noted that he previously banned games featuring the Red Flames and the Rode Duivels, stating "We cannot guarantee the safety" of spectators and players.
- Condemning the ban, The Forum of Jewish Organizations said the decision "leaves a bad feeling," while Israel's embassy emphasized the team includes three Arab-Israeli players.
- Ambassador-Designate David Saranga offered to meet with Ridouani, as Israel's embassy urged "Sport should remain sport, free from political agendas."
- The FJO questioned where security ends and exclusion begins, noting Israeli sports teams have faced increasing violence across Europe since October 7, 2023.
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Israeli team not welcome: Belgian city blocks Hapoel Beersheba Europa League match
Belgian city Leuven has refused to host Hapoel Beersheba’s Europa League match against Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, with Mayor Mohamed Ridouani saying the October 22 game cannot take place because it involves an Israeli team. “Union is welcome here, but in this case it is an Israeli team, and I am consistent in my position,” Ridouani […]
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