Netanyahu didn't arrive for the opening whistle at Teddy – will he join later?

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not arrive for the opening whistle of the top-tier match between Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv at Teddy Stadium, eight days before the elections. His office clarified that his arrival still depends on his schedule.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not arrive for the opening whistle of the top-tier match between Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv at Teddy Stadium this evening (Monday), eight days before the Knesset elections. In recent days, Beitar Jerusalem had prepared for the possibility of his arrival, examining the required security arrangements and logistical preparations. The Prime Minister's Office stated that his arrival depends on his schedule, and the possibility that he will join later is still being considered. If Netanyahu does come, it will be his first match at Teddy in about five years. Some 30,000 fans from both teams are expected to fill the stands in Beitar's last home match before the elections on October 27.