Eilai Feingold Returns to Israel National Team, Ready for Any Role

Eilai Feingold, a defender for the New England Revolution, expressed his excitement about returning to the Israeli national football team after a nearly two-year absence. Feingold, who last played for the team in 2024, stated in an interview in the United States that he has significantly improved over the past two years and is eager to contribute.

Feingold explained that his previous absence was due to a misunderstanding between him and the football association, which led to him not reporting for a call-up to the youth team and subsequent punishment. He confirmed that the issue has been resolved and his relationship with the association is now in good standing. Feingold believes he was not called up for professional reasons and respects that decision, emphasizing his readiness to prove himself now.

"I told Ran Ben Shimon that I can play in any position he needs, center-back, right-back, left-back, everything. I'm just happy to be back with the national team," Feingold stated. The Israeli team is preparing for its first of four Nations League matches against Austria on Thursday.

Feingold also commented on his teammate Dor Turgeman, who has recorded seven goals and seven assists this season, saying, "He is doing exactly what I expected of him. He is showing his true level."