Union SG Honors Israeli Star Anan Khalaili in Special Ceremony
Royal Union Saint-Gilloise, Khalaili's former club, held a special ceremony on Sunday to honor Israeli player Anan Khalaili before their match against Anderlecht. Khalaili, who recently played against Manchester City for Crystal Palace, returned to Belgium to receive recognition from his previous team.
During the pre-game ceremony, the Israeli star was presented with a commemorative jersey bearing his name and the number 100, marking his century of appearances for the club. The crowd chanted his name, and the Belgian team's social media posted "Anan, at home." Khalaili also participated in the players' circle before the game and kicked off the match.
The event provided Khalaili with a fitting farewell to the stadium that served as his home for two years. He was visibly honored by the gesture from the fans and the club, marking a significant moment in his career transition.
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