Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to play in the Europa League amid heightened security and protests linked to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. The club's chief has emphasized the importance of keeping football separate from politics, as calls for boycotts and demonstrations intensify ahead of their match at Villa Park. Local police have implemented extensive measures, including a no-fly zone and the deployment of over 700 officers, to ensure safety following previous incidents at matches involving the Israeli team. Despite playing home games abroad and without large fan support due to safety concerns, Maccabi Tel Aviv remains focused on competing and trusts local authorities to manage the situation.