Israel Remembers Football Star Vicky Peretz Five Years After His Death

On July 9, 2026, a memorial was held at the Morasha Cemetery in Ramat Hasharon to mark five years since the passing of Vicky Peretz, one of Israel's greatest football players. Peretz, who died in 2021, was a celebrated striker for Maccabi Tel Aviv and the Israeli national team. He also played successfully for French clubs RC Strasbourg and RC Lens.

Born and raised in Ramat Amidar, Peretz rose to prominence in Israeli football and later contributed to the sport by coaching youth teams at Maccabi Tel Aviv and working with the national team's youth divisions. His death left a deep impact on fans and the football community.

His widow, Iris Peretz, expressed the family's ongoing grief, saying, "Every year we feel the longing like a song that keeps playing. Life here goes on and is stronger than everything, and we are weak, but we will not let them win." Their son, Rom, added, "Like in every football match where you are remembered and praised for your skill and professionalism." The Israeli Premier League also acknowledged the anniversary of his death.