Maccabi Tel Aviv match at Aston Villa sparks massive police operation and 11 arrests | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAlex RossFriday 07 November 2025 06:23 GMTPolice push back protestors outside Villa Park as Aston Villa host Maccabi Tel AvivA pro-Palestine protest took place outside Aston Villa's Europa League match against Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv at Villa Park.At least 11 people were arrested following verbal clashes between demonstrators and stadium attendees.Maccabi Tel Aviv fans were banned from attending the fixture due to public safety concerns raised by Birmingham's Safety Advisory Group.Over 700 police officers were deployed to manage the large-scale operation, intervening in confrontations throughout the evening.Protesters demanded Israeli football teams be excluded from UEFA competitions, while counter-protesters opposed the fan ban.In fullEleven arrests after pro-Palestine protest outside Aston Villa-Maccabi Tel Aviv matchThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in