Panathinaikos Head Coach and National Team Coach Ergin Ataman was subjected to heavy insults and abusive chants before the match played in Tel Aviv in the 24th week of the EuroLeague. Before the match, more than 300 Israeli fans waited for the team bus at the entrance of the hall and verbally attacked Ataman. While Israeli fans continued their abusive chants throughout the match, Ataman stated in his post-match statements that the EuroLeague should intervene strongly in this situation. While harsh sanctions such as field closures and deterrent fines were expected for the Israeli team, the punishment caused a reaction.
ONLY 12 THOUSAND EURO
In the statement made regarding the penalty imposed in accordance with Article 29.2.f of the EuroLeague Disciplinary Instruction, “Maccabi Rapyd was fined 12 thousand euros in accordance with the Europa League Basketball Disciplinary Rules due to the insulting chants made by its fans during the match against Panathinaikos.” expressions were used.
