Rafael Benitez today insisted Liverpool must not be made to travel to Israel to play their Champions League qualifier against Maccabi Haifa.
The Reds' manager is appalled at the prospect of the club's staff, players and fans travelling for a game in Israel at a time when the country is involved in military action.
"It's a crazy situation and totally unacceptable to even think about us going over there at this time," Benitez told reporters.
I have to say I totally I agree with him on this and was wondering what other fans thoughts are on this !?
2006-07-28 14:09:02 · 18 answers · asked by maidenrocks 3 in Sports ➔ Football ➔ English Football
if you can't answer this sennsibly don't bother 'Bolty'
2006-07-29 01:39:12 · update #1
Absolutely. Particularly Liverpool, who already had a group of fans die in a stadium.
Although it is sort of unfair for the Israeli team to lose a home game because of something that is out of their control. I think both games of the tie should be played on neutral grounds.
2006-07-28 14:30:53 · answer #1 · answered by bulladawudz 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Naturally Maccabi Haifa want to play in Israel, but it is obviously out of the question. I suspect that the only reason the venue has not been changed yet is that UEFA have not had time to meet. Also, there will be a certain amount of negotiating to do to find a suitable country and stadium.
Apart from anything else, it has been pointed out in the papers that Liverpool would never get insurance to fly their players into Israel at anything less than prohibitive premiums. Perhaps not the most laudable consideration, but money talks.
2006-07-29 07:34:04 · answer #2 · answered by Philosophical Fred 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sort of situation has happened before and the game has been played in a neutral country. I cant see UEFA putting them at risk. Remember Rangers had to play the away game with Shelbourne in Liverpool.
2006-07-28 14:24:12 · answer #3 · answered by Kyral 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a minimum of you're smart adequate no longer to help United. Liverpool are an striking crew quite adversarial to particular golf equipment. we've not gained a lot in the present years yet we play with heart, on an identical time after we are 3-0 down and coming lower back to prevailing adversarial to AC Milan. The followers are impressive, we lower back our crew no remember how badly we are dropping. after we misplaced 3-a million to chelsea in the CL this 12 months, the terrific 2 minutes, all you need to listen develop into you'll under no circumstances walk on my own. we've skillful, hardworking, and specialist gamers who're no longer conceited or snobby.
2016-11-26 21:39:00 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This match must be played at a neutral site. Now if they purchased the kiddie Renaldo they could send him out on the pitch before the match to check for land mines. If he found one, would he have time to wink?
2006-07-28 15:04:52 · answer #5 · answered by The_Mick_7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since Arthur Balfour promised the land to Jews settlers, it is appropriately fitting for them now to host the most decorated British club in the European League.
2006-07-28 21:12:11 · answer #6 · answered by Onny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cant be expected to play in Israel. Come on the pool for the premiership next year
2006-07-29 07:30:25 · answer #7 · answered by finnykid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You ignoramus gits, if you think Liverpool, their staff and fans should go out their to play then you should be the guide and walk in front of them all and if you get shot we will know to run!
2006-07-29 13:43:38 · answer #8 · answered by jriiselfc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I thin bulladawudz's idea is a good one, both matches on neutral ground then Liverpool don't gain an advantage.
2006-07-28 23:17:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i really hope that the match will be played elsewhere, preferably in a neutral venue. the political situations in ISRAEL is getting worse. hopefully, UEFA will consider the alternative venue!
2006-07-28 16:33:45 · answer #10 · answered by foongwk140804 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋