In a match overnight, the crowd at CF Montreal chanted 'Death to Israel' at Israeli striker Dor Turgeman. Turgeman scored a goal and celebrated defiantly, according to i24NEWS.
Israeli striker Dor Turgeman scored a goal for New England Revolution against CF Montreal in Montreal overnight, after the home crowd chanted 'Death to Israel' at him. Turgeman celebrated the goal with a defiant silencing gesture, according to i24NEWS.
The incident unfolded as the crowd directed hostile chants at the Israeli player. After Turgeman's goal and celebration, fans threw cups and lighters at him, and the opposing goalkeeper attacked him, receiving a yellow card. The events were reported by i24NEWS and Israeli media, with initial reports confirming the goal and commotion, followed by details of the attack and objects thrown.
As The Zioneer reported earlier Sunday, the match saw the goalkeeper attack and object-throwing, highlighting the hostility Israeli athletes face abroad. The chants of 'Death to Israel' were directed specifically at Turgeman.
No further updates on any disciplinary measures or official responses have been reported.
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