French Striker Franck Riboli Returns to Hapoel Petah Tikva for Second Spell
Hapoel Petah Tikva announced on July 17, 2026, that French forward Franck Riboli has rejoined the club for a second tenure. Riboli, who played a key role in the team's promotion to the Israeli Premier League under coach Omer Peretz, signed a one-year contract with an option for two additional years. He will strengthen the club's attacking line for the 2026/27 season.
Riboli first arrived in Israel during the 2023/24 season, initially joining Hapoel Afula where he scored 11 goals. He then moved to Hapoel Petah Tikva, contributing 4 goals to help the team return to the top division. Subsequently, he transferred across the city to Maccabi Petah Tikva, scoring 6 goals before returning to Hapoel Petah Tikva.
Upon signing, Riboli expressed his excitement about returning to Hapoel Petah Tikva, highlighting his strong connection with coach Omer Peretz and the fans during his previous stint. He pledged to give his best to help the club achieve its goals in the Premier League.
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