Overview

• Mario Ferri, 38, known as “Il Falco,” entered the pitch during the Norway vs Israel World Cup qualifier at Oslo’s Ullevaal Stadion.
• He wore his trademark blue Superman-style shirt with the slogan “Free Gaza” and was quickly restrained by stewards.
• Ferri was taken to hospital for a deep cut to his hand and was discharged after treatment reported as eight stitches.
• He says Palestinian supporters helped him access the stadium and claims he was handled by people he describes as Israeli security, an account reported by Italian outlets without independent verification.
• Local coverage described heavy security, large pro-Palestine protests and boos for the Israeli anthem around the match.