Jerusalem, 29 October, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israeli police arrested four suspects following a violent brawl between rival football supporters in Jaffa ahead of the high-stakes derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv.
The violence erupted on Shalma Road (Slabim Street) near Bloomfield Stadium during security preparations for the match. Responding security forces intervened to separate opposing fan factions and restore public order.
Authorities confirmed four individuals suspected of participating in the clash were taken into custody and transferred to the Jaffa police station for questioning.
Law enforcement officials have stepped up security patrols and crowd management measures surrounding the stadium complex to prevent further unrest among rival supporter groups as matchday proceedings continue.
