Valencia Basket to face Hapoel Tel Aviv behind closed doors

14/10/202516:27

The Spanish club prioritizes safety following government and police recommendations

Valencia Basket announced that its EuroLeague game against Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv at the Roig Arena will be played behind closed doors. The decision follows warnings from security forces and the government delegation, leading the club to prioritize safety over attendance.

“The security of fans and staff comes first,” the statement reads, calling the move “the least harmful option” in the current climate.

Valencia joins other Spanish teams that have made similar safety-based decisions for matches involving Israeli clubs in European competitions.

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