Police watchdog may investigate force over Maccabi fan ban

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) may investigate West Midlands Police over the ban of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa game. The ban was based on inaccurate intelligence shared by Dutch police concerning violence at previous matches, leading to accusations of antisemitism by senior MPs. The IOPC is assessing evidence before deciding on next steps, highlighting the need for police accountability in decision-making processes related to fan bans.