Maccabi Tel Aviv CEO Reports Nearly 7,900 Season Ticket Renewals Ahead of 2026/27 Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv is preparing for the 2026/2027 basketball season, with the first foreign players already arriving in Israel for pre-season training. On August 19, 2026, club CEO Avi Ben Tal appeared on Sport 5's news segment to discuss the team's outlook and ticket sales. He expressed strong confidence in the squad built by Claudio Coldebella and Oded Katash, describing it as well-balanced and promising for the upcoming season.

Ben Tal emphasized Maccabi Tel Aviv's ambition to win every possible title and highlighted the continuity of the core players alongside significant new signings. He acknowledged the challenges posed by EuroLeague games being held outside Israel, particularly the logistical and financial impacts of playing "home" games in Belgrade rather than Tel Aviv. This situation affects players' fatigue and reduces revenue from season ticket sales.

Regarding ticket renewals, Ben Tal revealed that nearly 7,900 season tickets have been renewed, representing about 98% renewal rate. A waiting list of over 5,500 fans will be offered tickets starting Sunday, when sales open to the general public. The club is optimistic about the strong fan support and hopes it will translate into on-court success.

Maccabi Tel Aviv continues to navigate the complexities of competing in the EuroLeague without home games in Israel, while maintaining high expectations for the new season and solid fan engagement.