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British officials moved to overturn a police-backed ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters attending the Nov. 6 Europa League match at Aston Villa, after condemnation from politicians, sports bodies and Jewish groups. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the recommendation “the wrong decision,” while UEFA urged authorities to enable safe travel. Police deemed the Villa Park fixture high risk based on past violence and hate crimes; the club cited concerns about handling potential protests. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is meeting the Home Office on a resolution. Maccabi Tel Aviv’s CEO voiced dismay, warning such steps can signal creeping antisemitism.

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