British police said six people were arrested Thursday evening ahead of Aston Villa’s Europa League soccer match with Maccabi Tel Aviv in Birmingham, a match that has seen fans of the Israeli team banned. West Midlands Police, which has deployed more than 700 officers over concerns of clashes between pro-Palestinian…

The match passed without serious incident.

Over 700 officers are on duty for tonight’s game, with campaigners demanding Israel’s suspension from international football.

Over 700 officers will patrol Villa Park tonight, with campaigners demanding Israel’s suspension from international football.

British police arrested multiple people during disturbances at Aston Villa Park where Israeli fans were banned from attending due to safety concerns.

Gangs of masked Muslim protestors have posted 'Zionists not welcome' signs around Birmingham just hours before Aston Villa 's clash against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

2-0 Aston Villa win unfolds under tight security in Birmingham; police arrest 6 at anti-Israel demonstration outside stadium as counter-protest features 'keep antisemitism out of football' sign

Schools in Birmingham have confirmed they'll be closing early ahead of the game between Aston Villa and Maccabi Tel Aviv - despite a huge policing operation and contingencies being put in place

Anti-Israel rallies and counterprotests planned ahead of soccer game against Aston Villa after local officials banned Israeli fans, citing fears for their safety