Off the PitchThe GuardianUnverified source· 3 Aug 2026
MLS investigates antisemitic chants aimed at Turgeman
Israeli striker scores in Montreal, then hears 'free Palestine' chants from the stands.
D. Turgeman
player
Player
Dor Turgeman
Club
New England Revolution
Opponent
CF Montréal
Competition
MLS
Status
Under investigation
What happened. During Saturday's MLS match in Quebec, CF Montréal fans directed chants deemed antisemitic at New England's Israeli striker Dor Turgeman, who scored and gestured toward them.
- Broadcast microphones captured fans chanting 'free Palestine' shortly before Turgeman's goal.
- New England Revolution 'strongly condemn' the chants as discriminatory.
- MLS confirmed it is aware and investigating the incident.
“strongly condemn”
— New England Revolution
MLS is investigating; further disciplinary action may follow.
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