Major League Soccer probes alleged antisemitic abuse targeting Israeli player
Major League Soccer is investigating “reported antisemitic and discriminatory language” from fans directed at New England Revolution’s Israeli striker Dor Turgeman during their game against CF Montreal, the league said Monday.The Revolution said in a statement that the Israeli forward was subjected to verbal “abuse” on Saturday after Turgeman scored a goal in the 35th minute of a 2-2 draw in Montreal.Throughout the match at Montreal’s Saputo Stadium, a section of fans targeted the 22-year-old star with anti-Israel slurs, according to reports, including “Death to Israel” chants“The club immediately reported the incident to Major League Soccer and has fully supported the investigation,” the Revolution’s statement said. “We appreciate MLS’ swift response and commitment to addressing incidents of discrimination. We are hopeful that those responsible will be held accountable for their unacceptable actions.”In a statement Sunday, Montreal said that it had been in contact with the league and the Revolution and…
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Major League Soccer (MLS) is investigating alleged antisemitic and discriminatory language directed at New England Revolution's Israeli striker Dor Turgeman during a game against CF Montreal on Saturday. The Revolution stated that Turgeman was subjected to verbal "abuse" after scoring a goal, with reports indicating anti-Israel slurs and "Death to Israel" chants from a section of fans at Saputo Stadium. Montreal has also vowed to investigate and "take the necessary actions." MLS emphasized that "hateful language has no place in our league or our sport."
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