Birmingham Police commander, chief superintendent Tom Joyce, said: “We remain committed to maintaining the city’s reputation as a safe and welcoming place for everyone. “Anyone who breaks the law will be dealt with directly, as will those who incite hate.” Thursday’s fixture became a topic of national debate last month when Birmingham's Safety Advisory Group (SAG) – the body responsible for issuing safety certificates for matches, made up of representatives of the police, Birmingham City Council, fire and ambulance services – announced that no Maccabi fans would be permitted at the match, on safety grounds. Despite pushback from senior politicians...
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