Israeli Footballers Feature in Preseason Matches Across Europe and Asia

Israeli footballers are actively participating in preseason and early season matches as the 2026/27 campaign approaches. Daniel Peretz started as goalkeeper for Southampton in a friendly against Germany's Preußen Münster. Despite conceding an early goal that left him with no chance, Southampton rallied with a goal from Leo Sainz and a late 89th-minute winner by Lewis Dobbin, securing a 2-1 victory. Southampton will open their official season in two weeks against Watford.

Roy Nawi made his debut for Kryvbas in Ukraine's Premier League, playing the full 90 minutes. However, his team suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Karpaty Lviv in the league opener. Bar Lin was not included in the squad for this match.

In Thailand, Yonatan Cohen scored the lone goal in Bangkok United's 1-0 friendly win over Chiang Mai, netting in the 11th minute. Meanwhile, in South Korea, Abdallah Khalihal came on at the start of the second half during Gangwon's 3-0 loss to Bucheon in the 21st league round. Gangwon remains third in the standings, while Bucheon is ninth.