Hungarian Runner-Up Ferencváros Draws 0-0 as Israeli Players Continue European Preseason

Ferencváros, the Hungarian league runner-up, struggled to find form as they played to a 0-0 draw against Vasas Budapest in their second consecutive league match without a win. Gabi Kanikovski, who started in the second leg of the Europa League qualifiers, was rested and came off the bench in the 81st minute. The team is preparing to face Polish league runners-up Gornik Zabrze in the third qualifying round.

Meanwhile, Israeli midfielder Stav Lemkin started for Twente in their 2-1 victory over Genk in the Dutch league. Twente fell behind early due to a defensive error but recovered with goals from Junya Ito and a late consolation by Marco Piaza. Twente will next face Slovakian side Dunajska Streda for a spot in the Conference League playoffs.

Ajax secured a 3-1 win over Volendam, advancing to the next Conference League qualifying round against Irish club Shelbourne. Israeli player was rested and entered the match in the 75th minute. New Brazilian signing Marcus Laundro scored his first goal for Ajax.

In Bulgaria, Ludogorets returned to league action with a 2-0 win over Botev Vratsa shortly after being eliminated from the Conference League by Hapoel Tel Aviv. Israeli player Idan Nahmias started and played a half as Ludogorets aims to reclaim the league title lost last season after 14 years.

These preseason matches, while unofficial, offer Israeli players opportunities to impress and secure spots for the upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign starting in September.