Hapoel Jerusalem Secures Historic First European Win Against Buducnost
Hapoel Jerusalem's women's football team achieved a historic milestone by securing their first-ever European victory. On July 25, 2026, the team defeated Montenegrin champions Buducnost 1-0 in a third-place match held in Greece. The winning goal was scored early in the seventh minute by Brazilian player Zhailey, and the score remained unchanged until the final whistle.
This victory comes after a dramatic loss to PAOK in the first qualifying round of the Women's Champions League. The win not only marks a significant achievement for the Israeli champions but also earns them valuable future UEFA ranking points. The match was reported by Sport 5, highlighting the importance of this breakthrough for Israeli women's football on the European stage.
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