Tiberias Soccer Club's Plea Deal in Jeopardy Amidst Ownership Dispute
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Hapoel Ironi Tiberias drew 1-1 with Netanya, earning their first points in six weeks after a turbulent period including arrests and player investigations. Owner Aryeh Kalmanzon reportedly intends to reject a plea deal with the Football Association that would reduce a three-point penalty. Management was transferred to a trustee due to a business dispute, but it remains unclear who has the authority to sign the deal.
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- Owner Aryeh Kalmanzon reportedly refuses to sign a plea deal for Hapoel Ironi Tiberias, jeopardizing a points reduction.
- Hapoel Ironi Tiberias drew 1-1 with Netanya, securing their first points in six weeks.
- The club faced turmoil with arrests of officials and player investigations prior to the match.
- Goalkeeper Ido Sharon was highlighted for his performance in the draw.
- Club management was transferred to trustee Liza Hadash due to an ownership dispute.
Hapoel Ironi Tiberias secured their first points in six weeks with a 1-1 draw against Netanya, a result described as a "draw that is all a victory" following a tumultuous week. The team's recent struggles were compounded by the arrest of club officials and police investigations involving most of the squad.
Goalkeeper Ido Sharon was lauded as the man of the match for his crucial saves in the final minutes, with Bar Cohen and Nene Gambel also receiving praise for their performances. However, off the field, the club faces a significant hurdle regarding a plea deal with the Football Association. The deal, which would reduce a three-point penalty related to player "identity" violations, is reportedly being rejected by owner Aryeh Kalmanzon.
Senior club sources stated that Kalmanzon "has no intention of signing the current plea deal" because "it is not good enough for Tiberias." The club's management has been transferred to trustee Adv. Liza Hadash by court order due to a business dispute between Kalmanzon and his former partner, Miki Beitan. Nevertheless, there is uncertainty about who has the authority to sign the plea agreement on behalf of Ironi Tiberias, and whether Hadash's powers extend to such a decision.
Kalmanzon received significant support from fans during the match, with banners bearing his name displayed in the stadium and messages of support shown on advertising boards.
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