The Israel Police is preparing for the intriguing football match between Hapoel Haifa and Hapoel Beer Sheva in the Israeli Premier League, which will take place tonight (Saturday, April 19.4.2025, 20), starting at 30:XNUMX PM at the Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa.
The stadium gates will open at 18:30 PM, and due to the expected security checks at the entrance gates, fans are advised to arrive at the stadium before the start of the game. In parallel with the game, traffic jams are expected in the Carmel Center and Horev Center - which could cause heavy traffic congestion in the area. Drivers are asked to be patient, prepare accordingly, and follow the instructions of the police officers operating on site.
Below are important highlights for the game: The police emphasize - activating and/or throwing flares during the game may lead to the immediate cessation of the game. - It is mandatory to present an ID card - ID card/driver's license/passport at the stadium entrance gates, it will be possible to present a photocopy of the ID card on a cell phone.
Inspection – At the entrance to the stadium, a stricter inspection than usual will be carried out, which, if necessary, will include an inspection in inspection tents and mirroring systems, and the security cameras at the entrance gates to the stadium will also be reinforced.
It is prohibited to bring items of clothing to cover the face – ski masks, etc. – in accordance with the instructions of the Israel Police and the Sports Law. A fan who arrives with this prohibited item will be subject to a fine of 500 shekels and will be banned from football games for 30 days. Highlights and instructions for the fan community: - In any emergency, the instructions of the police and security personnel on site must be followed. There is a complete prohibition on operating drones during the game. Alcohol will not be allowed to be brought into the venue and fans who are under the influence of alcohol will not be allowed to enter. No weapons will be allowed into the stadium. There is a complete prohibition on bringing flares and other pyrotechnic devices – these are dangerous devices and enforcement will be carried out on this matter. A fan caught with flares or any other pyrotechnic equipment will be enforced in accordance with the provisions of the Sports Law.
- The introduction of cheering equipment is subject to police approval only.
- Passing the crowd between gates and disobeying the instructions of the ushers or the policemen stationed there - constitutes an offense against the law and will be dealt with accordingly.
- It is recommended to use alternative routes due to the expected traffic congestion on the roads leading to the stadium, and those who do not have a parking permit or are residents of the Neot Peres neighborhood are not allowed to enter the stadium area.
Public Transportation In addition, a dense public transportation system (Line 1) will be established from the central area of the Krayot/Lev Hamifratz/Hof Carmel, which will receive priority on traffic routes and priority at traffic lights when arriving at the game. At the end of the game, a dense metro system will be installed in close proximity to the stadium on Highway 4 near the HaPsal intersection - the police are calling on the general public to use public transportation to optimize arrival and departure to and from the game.
The Israel Police told Haifa News Corporation: "We call on the fans to obey the instructions of the police and the ushers, to avoid physical or verbal violence, to maintain the provisions of the law and public order before, during and after the game. Maintain a sporting atmosphere and an enjoyable sports experience for everyone."