Israeli Football Association's Professional Committee Lacks Football Experience

A significant portion of the Israeli Football Association's Professional Committee, responsible for approving key appointments like the national team coach, lacks current involvement in Israeli football. Out of the 12 members, five are not currently active in official football roles. These members include Einav Hazanvald, Sharon Nisano, Moshe Damayo, Eli Drix, and Muhammad Abu Al-Aam.

The committee's stated purpose is to handle the professional and sporting aspects of managing the sport, often forming the basis for administrative decisions. It is also tasked with developing and promoting professional standards among teams and personnel. The committee's composition is determined by the association's management and typically includes former coaches and players who have represented Israel.

Despite the stated importance of the committee, the article highlights that half of its members are not actively engaged in the sport. The remaining members who are involved in football include Shin Zuarz (Committee Chairman), Itzik Ovadia (Maccabi Haifa CEO), Alona Barkat (Hapoel Be'er Sheva owner), Kfir Edri (Beitar Jerusalem CEO), Shi Aaron (Hapoel Jerusalem Professional Director), and Moran Mairi (Vice Chairman of the Association).

The committee's responsibilities, as outlined in its regulations, include organizing league and cup competitions, approving schedules, handling team requests regarding matches, monitoring sensitive games, coordinating with referee and coach associations, and initiating professional development plans. The article questions the composition of this influential body, given the lack of current football experience among some of its members.