Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv Set for EuroLeague Season with Key Derby in Round 11
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv are gearing up for the 2026/27 EuroLeague season, which kicks off on September 24. The full schedule was released on Wednesday, revealing that Maccabi, the defending champions, will start their campaign with an away game against Villeurbanne, coached by Tony Parker. Their first home game will be in the second round against Besiktas. Meanwhile, Hapoel Tel Aviv will open their season at home facing Bayern Munich. The two Tel Aviv rivals will meet for the first derby of the season in round 11, with Maccabi hosting the match.
Other notable fixtures include Maccabi hosting Real Madrid on October 22, European champions Olympiacos on November 17, and Panathinaikos on January 7. These high-profile games highlight the competitive nature of the upcoming EuroLeague season for both Israeli teams.
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