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Johnny Watterson: Westminster turns Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban into a political football

Knee-jerk reaction follows decision to deny Israeli club’s fans tickets for Europa League clash with Aston Villa

Maccabi supporters gather in the stands before the Europa League match between PAOK Salonika and Maccabi Tel Aviv in Thessaloniki, Greece in September. Photograph: Sakis Mitrolidis/AFP via Getty Images
Maccabi supporters gather in the stands before the Europa League match between PAOK Salonika and Maccabi Tel Aviv in Thessaloniki, Greece in September. Photograph: Sakis Mitrolidis/AFP via Getty Images
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Fri Oct 24 2025 - 06:00 • 4 MIN READ

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