Photos: Pro-Palestinians Invade Pitch & Attack Israeli Footballers During A Friendly Match In Austria

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Attack: Protestors storm the pitch and appear to attack the Maccabi Haifa players

Israeli football team Maccabi Haifa’s game against French side Lille had to be stopped after pro-Palestinian protesters stormed the pitch. Supporters of reportedly Turkish origin ran onto the field in the Austrian stadium where the game was played and headed for the Maccabi players, sparking ugly scenes. More pictures after the break …

Ugly scenes: Protestors attack the Maccabi Haifa players forcing the game to be called off early

One of the players is seen to trip a fan before punches were thrown. The Maccabi players – some of whom retaliated – managed to leave the field unhurt.The incident comes amid fears of growing anti-Semitism in Europe at time when Israeli forces are locked in a violent conflict with militant group Hamas in Gaza.

Brawl: Protestors and Maccabi Haifa players clash after the game is stopped

Hitting back: Several Maccabi Haifa players were spotted fighting back after being attacked

Tension: Pro-Palestinian supporters attacked the Maccabi Haifa players

Apprehended: A security guard manages to pull down one of the protestors

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