Overview
- Police called off the Hapoel–Maccabi match before kick-off after ultras from both sides launched pyrotechnics and projectiles that choked the pitch with smoke and scorched the turf.
- A police spokesperson said 500 officers were deployed, several were injured, and their actions prevented fatalities or serious injuries.
- Authorities evacuated roughly 28,000 to 30,000 spectators from the venue following the cancellation.
- Hapoel accused police of excessive force, citing images of children trampled by horses, and opposition leader Yair Lapid blamed Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for the failure to secure the event.
- Maccabi confirmed the cancellation and, citing safety, said it will not distribute away tickets for the November 6 Europa League match at Aston Villa despite UK officials seeking attendance for all supporters.