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Serbian fans remove Israeli flag after Europa League qualifier
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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A Europa League third qualifying round match between Red Star Belgrade and Beitar Jerusalem on Tuesday ended in controversy when Serbian supporters took action against an Israeli flag that appeared following the final whistle, Shehab Wire reported. Video footage circulating on social media captured the incident as fans responded to the flag's display at the stadium.
The encounter between the Serbian club and Israeli side took place as part of the continental competition's preliminary rounds. The exchange underscored tensions that have periodically surfaced during matches involving teams from the region.
