Maccabi Haifa Misses Penalty After Controversial Call Against Hapoel Ramat Gan

In a tense moment during the Israeli Premier League match on August 22, 2026, Maccabi Haifa had a chance to secure victory against Hapoel Ramat Gan but failed to convert a penalty in stoppage time. The penalty was awarded after a close call when Andrea Novakovic fell inside the box following a challenge from Moshe Semel. The referee took nearly two minutes to review the incident before confirming the penalty decision. Despite the opportunity, Eitan Azulai missed the penalty from the spot, leaving the match outcome unresolved. The incident sparked debate among fans and commentators about whether the penalty was justified.