Five Men Sentenced for Anti-Semitic Violence After Amsterdam Soccer Match

Dutch court imposes prison terms and community service for attacks on Israeli fans following Ajax-Maccabi Tel Aviv game in November.

The violence occurred on November 7, 2024, after a Europa League match between Ajax Amsterdam and Maccabi Tel Aviv, leaving five hospitalized and over 20 injured.
A Dutch court sentenced five men to prison terms ranging from one month to six months, with one teenager receiving 100 hours of community service under juvenile law.
The attacks, described as anti-Semitic by authorities and international observers, involved physical assaults and online incitement through WhatsApp groups targeting Jewish individuals.
The court ruled that the context of the crimes, tied to tensions over the Israel-Gaza conflict, warranted harsher penalties than typical for similar offenses.
Investigations continue into the involvement of at least 45 others, including Israeli fans accused of provocations such as anti-Arab chants and vandalism.