The derby between Hapoel and Maccabi Tel Aviv, which was supposed to mark the return of a great rivalry on the Israeli football scene, turned into complete chaos before the ball even touched the grass.
The Israeli Premier League game was abandoned after fans of both teams caused riots in the stands.
A derby match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv has been called off in Israel because the police did not deem it safe. pic.twitter.com/Xe6Hq0KRXp
— Mukhtar (@I_amMukhtar) October 19, 2025
Flares, smoke bombs and even oysters flew from the stands, which forced the police to react immediately and evacuate the field.
Referees and players were sent back to the dressing rooms, and the start of the match was initially only postponed.
However, the situation quickly deteriorated, and the police confirmed that several people were injured.
According to Israeli media reports, policemen and fans are among the injured.
(Vijesti.ba)
