Hapoel Hadera Hosts Special Football Event for Yoseftal Neighborhood Children
On August 20, 2026, a special event was held for children from the Yoseftal neighborhood in Hadera at the Hapoel Hadera training complex. The event was part of the "Football Academy" initiative by the Hadera Development Fund. The children met Hapoel Hadera player Menashe Zalaka, who himself grew up in Yoseftal, participated in a professional training session on the pitch, and received a set of uniforms and a soccer ball as gifts.
This event coincided with the recent acquisition of Hapoel Hadera by new owner Itay Ben Ze'ev and the club's new partnership with Benfica Lisbon. It highlighted how the club's changes are positively impacting local youth and community activities in the city.
The event underscores the connection between the club's evolving management and its commitment to fostering football development among children in Hadera.
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