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Maccabi Tel Aviv Refuses Europa League Tickets for Match in the UK

Israeli football club cites security and ethical concerns over participation

21 October 2025 · 06:50 UTC

Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv football club has announced it will decline ticket allocations for its upcoming Europa League match in the United Kingdom.

The team cited security considerations and ongoing geopolitical tensions as reasons for the decision.

UEFA officials said the club’s participation in the tournament remains unaffected, though the refusal underscores growing sensitivity surrounding international sporting events amid regional conflicts.