REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- A Juventus fan waving a Palestinian flag in second round of friendly match between Juventus and Indonesia's All Stars on Wednesday in Jakarta. The supporter ran on the field at Bung Karno Stadium when Juventus' 7-1 win over Indonesia's All Stars.
The action was most likely carried out as protest over Israeli attacks in Gaza Strip, which made thousands of Palestinians killed. This match was also broadcasted live on Italian media. It is definitely going to get global attention. The action will be highlighted by foreign media. Police officer directly arrested the fan and pulled him out of the field.
Juventus travelled to Jakarta this week to visit Indonesia for the first time, much to the delight of the club’s huge fanbase here. Juventus boss, Massimiliano Allegri was satisfied with their win over Indonesia's All Stars.
"It was a good training session and I am satisfied with the attitude of the lads this evening," Allegri told to the official Juventus Twitter account.
"We picked up the pace, adding great intensity so that we can improve our fitness levels."
"The competition will be far tougher in Serie A, so we must try to improve our solid foundations."