Israeli Anan Halaily Makes Premier League Debut as Crystal Palace Lose 2-0 to Everton

Anan Halaily, the Israeli footballer, made his Premier League debut on August 22, 2026, coming off the bench for Crystal Palace in their match against Everton. Halaily entered the game in the 55th minute, replacing Daniel Munoz, while Crystal Palace was trailing 2-0. The goals for Everton were scored by Kieran Dowell-Hole and Tyrone Barry. Halaily quickly adapted to the English league, playing an attacking role on the right side, similar to his position in Belgium. Despite his efforts, Crystal Palace could not overcome the deficit and lost the match 2-0. The game marked the start of the Premier League season, with Halaily's debut being a notable moment for Israeli football fans.