Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv’s game against Besiktas in the Europa League has been played without incident before empty stands in Hungary, with the stadium closed to fans over security concerns following attacks on Israeli supporters in Amsterdam this month.

Maccabi Tel Aviv secures 3-1 victory in Europa League match against Besiktas, which was played in an empty stadium in Debrecen, Hungary.

Playing in empty stadium, club's first match in Europe since widespread violence against fans in Amsterdam passes without incident

It was a very even match, the visiting team sought to cause damage and succeeded by getting their first victory in this Europa League, scoring three goals in their favour.

Beşiktaş will look to extend their Europa League winning streak when they host Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday, aiming to build on recent momentum after

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