Asian Football Federation(AFC) has an official statement condemning Israeli forces after the attack on Faisal Al Husseini Stadium, Al-Ram during the Palestine FA Cup 2022/23 Final between Balata FC and Jabal Al Mukabber on the night of 30 March.
Such an event happened last Thursday when the Israeli forces invaded and attacked the racetrack By firing tear gas and using rubber bullets, players, staff, and fans including women and children were involved. had to run away for safety. until someone was affected by tear gas until could not breathe Many had to receive first aid and be sent to the hospital.
“The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) strongly condemns the unprovoked and horrific attack launched by Israeli forces on players and spectators during the Abu Ammar Cup Final match between Balata FC and Jabal Al Mukabber at the Faisal Al Husseini International Stadium in al-Ram on Thursday night,” AFC said in an official statement.
“Tear gas and rubber encased bullets were used by the Israeli forces during the assault, which led to the match being halted as several Palestinian players and fans, including children and women, suffered from breathlessness due to tear gas inhalation and had to be treated with both pitchside and in hospital.”
“The AFC calls for an immediate end to all acts of violence by the Israeli forces against the Palestinian people and stands in firm solidarity with the Palestine Football Association and the Palestinian football community.”
Credit Photo : Palestine FA
