The Tel Aviv derby between Hapoel and Maccabi was canceled on Sunday due to “public disorder and violent disturbances”, Israel police said.
The Israeli Premier League match was scheduled to be played at Bloomfield Stadium, which both clubs share, with Hapoel designated as the home team.
Police said 12 civilians and three police officers were injured, while nine people were arrested, after smoke grenades and fireworks were thrown.
“Disorderly conduct, riots, injured police officers and damage to infrastructure – this is not a football match, this is a breach of order and serious violence,” police said in a statement.
The match cancellation is another setback for Maccabi after their supporters were banned from a Europa League match against Aston Villa next month after British police raised concerns about possible protests outside the stadium.
