Leuven mayor blocks Europa League match against Israeli club citing safety concerns
Leuven’s mayor blocked a Europa League match between Union Saint-Gilloise and Hapoel Be’er Sheva citing public-safety concerns amid the Gaza war, forcing Union to find an alternate venue. The move fits a broader pattern of Israeli clubs playing home matches in neutral venues for security reasons, including past incidents in Europe.
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About Hapoel Be'er Sheva F.C.
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Football Club is an Israeli professional football club from the city of Be'er Sheva, that competes in the Israeli Premier League. The club was established in 1949, and since 2007 it has been run by businesswoman Alona Barkat, who serves as the club's owner. The club also fields youth teams, and a women's side. There is also a football academy.
Everything about Hapoel Be'er Sheva F.C. →- Country
- Israel
- Headquarters
- Beersheba
- Inception
- 1949
- Website
- https://hbsfc.co.il/