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Government 'inflamed tension' over Maccabi fan ban, say MPs

February 22, 2026

A report by the Home Affairs Committee criticized the UK government's handling of the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending a Europa League match, labeling their response as 'clumsy' and 'late.' The committee noted that the intervention only served to inflame tensions and indicated that the West Midlands Police relied on inaccurate information regarding the situation.

Mounted police officers wearing high-vis jackets over uniform stand outside Aston Villa Football ground. Behind them many other officers wearing bright yellow jackets can be seen

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Key Highlights

The UK government's response to the fan ban was deemed ineffective and late.
The Home Affairs Committee reported that the intervention inflamed tensions.
West Midlands Police used inaccurate information in their decision-making process.
The ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans occurred during a Europa League match against Aston Villa.

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Government 'inflamed tension' over Maccabi fan ban, say MPs

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