Israel Police: The football match between Hapoel Petah Tikva and Beitar Jerusalem - before the opening whistle, a number of fans, apparently from both teams, broke onto the field and fought amongst themselves.

The event manager requested police assistance, and police forces present at the scene acted immediately, took control of the incident, and pushed the fans back to the stands, even before the start of the game. Additionally, during the fans’ inspection at the stadium entrance, it was suspected that two fans attempted to enter the venue without a ticket. After being asked to leave, the intervention of a police force present at the scene was required to escort them out. One of the fans resisted forcefully, and the officers had to use force and arrest him. The Israel Police operates to maintain public order and the security of all participants in sporting events, and will not permit disturbances or harm to public security.