Aston Villa advised that Maccabi Tel Aviv fans will be banned from Villa Park for Europa League tie on safety grounds

General view of Villa Park. Photo credit: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Aston Villa have been informed that away fans will not be allowed to attend next month’s home Europa League match against Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv due to safety concerns.

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine and the potential threat of protests, the Safety Advisory Group (SAG) has told Villa that no travelling supporters will be permitted at Villa Park.

A club statement read: “Aston Villa can confirm the club has been informed that no away fans may attend the UEFA Europa League match with Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday, November 6, following an instruction from the Safety Advisory Group.

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