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Israeli Football Referees Introduce New Rules to Speed Up Play and Expand VAR Use

Ziv Adler, head of Israeli football referees, announced new rules for the 2026/27 season to reduce time-wasting and expand VAR use. Changes include stricter substitution and injur…

New Israeli Football Fans Association Forms to Improve Supporter Experience

An official Israeli Football Fans Association was formed, uniting 11 supporter groups to improve fan experiences and relations with authorities. They aim to address issues like po…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Struggles with Foreign Player Utilization Ahead of Season Start

Maccabi Tel Aviv's poor use of foreign players contributed to a 3-0 Europa League loss to CSKA Sofia, raising concerns about their season preparation. Their foreign players have o…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Prepares for Champions League Playoff Clash Against Sabah Baku

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is set to face Azerbaijani champions Sabah in the Champions League playoff in Bucharest, with growing fan support and squad reinforcements underway. Former Isra…

Polish Club Owner Condemns Israeli Team as Genocidal Ahead of Conference League Match

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Katowice Warned Against Offensive Signs Ahead of Tense Conference League Match

Hapoel Tel Aviv will play Katowice in Poland amid fan tensions linked to past antisemitic incidents. Both clubs were warned that offensive banners will lead to match suspension, w…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Denied Request to Postpone Toto Cup Match Against Hapoel Haifa

Hapoel Be'er Sheva requested to postpone their Toto Cup match against Hapoel Haifa due to upcoming Champions League playoffs but were denied and must play Saturday night with a se…

Tiberias Seeks Licensed Coach to Support Krispil Amid Team Suspensions

Ironi Tiberias is seeking a licensed coach to assist suspended head coach Eliran Hodeda amid ongoing legal issues, while preparing for the new season and integrating youth players…

Israeli Football Tribunal Upholds Compensation Amount Beitar Jerusalem Must Pay Ashdod for Noam Mouta

The Israeli Football Association's Supreme Tribunal rejected M.S. Ashdod's appeal, confirming Beitar Jerusalem must pay 450,000 shekels for player Noam Mouta, finalizing the compe…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Moves Home Matches to Bucharest for Champions League Playoffs

Hapoel Be'er Sheva will relocate its Champions League home matches from Hungary to the Golsti Arena in Bucharest, Romania, starting from the playoff stage. This decision follows t…

Former Minister Issawi Freij to Challenge Incumbent Shino Zohar in Israeli Football Association Elections

The Israeli Football Association has scheduled elections for December 8, 2026, where former minister Issawi Freij will challenge incumbent Shino Zohar for the chairmanship, aiming…

Disciplinary Tribunal Partially Grants Ironi Tiberias' Request for Evidence in Inducement Case

The Israeli Football Association's Disciplinary Tribunal partially granted Ironi Tiberias' request for evidence in an inducement case, ordering transcription of audio interrogatio…

Israeli Football Association Proposes New Penalties for Matches Stopped Due to Fan Violence

The Israeli Football Association plans to implement stricter penalties and clearer procedures for matches disrupted or canceled due to fan violence, including match replays withou…

Fan Assaulted by Security Guard Denounces Court's Release Decision as Outrageous

Liam Talcker, assaulted by a security guard in Netanya, condemns the court's release of the guard and plans legal action. Meanwhile, Hapoel Petah Tikva prepares for a key match ag…

Maccabi Haifa Considers Registering Novakovic as Trialist Ahead of Toto Cup Match

Maccabi Haifa prepares for their Toto Cup match against Bnei Sakhnin with key players returning and doubts over others, while considering registering striker Andrea Novakovic as a…

Maccabi Haifa Goalkeeper Omri Glazer Involved in Minor Car Accident, Undergoes Medical Checks

Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Omri Glazer was involved in a minor car accident but was unharmed and underwent precautionary medical tests, missing training. He is recovering from a pre…

Israeli Football Federation Supports UEFA President Infantino's Decision Amid Plans to Return Matches to Israel

Israel's Football Association inaugurated a new national team facility and reaffirmed support for UEFA President Infantino's decisions. Officials expressed hope to resume hosting…

Former Minister Issawi Freij Runs for Israeli Football Association Presidency

Former minister Issawi Freij announced his candidacy for the Israeli Football Association presidency, leading a new faction with Liad Ilani. They aim to reform Israeli football th…

Israeli Football Faces Ongoing Challenges as Teams Play Abroad Amid Security Concerns

Israeli football teams currently play their European matches abroad due to security concerns, with the Israeli Football Association postponing plans to return games to Israel unti…

Tiberias Football Club Faces Initial Hearing in Match-Fixing Case Ahead of New Season

Tiberias football club attended its first hearing in a match-fixing case on August 5, 2026, at the Israeli Football Association's disciplinary court. The hearing focused on proced…

Bnei Sakhnin Coach Yossi Abuksis Retains Support Despite Seven Consecutive Losses

Bnei Sakhnin has lost seven straight matches under coach Yossi Abuksis but the club's management continues to support him. The team recently lost 1-0 to Ironi Kiryat Shmona in the…

Maccabi Haifa May Include Injured Goalkeeper Omri Glazer in Squad Against Tiberias

Maccabi Haifa plans to include injured goalkeeper Omri Glazer in their squad against Ironi Tiberias, with several key players returning to the lineup as the team seeks to improve…

Two Ironi Tiberias Players Recover to Start Against Maccabi Haifa in Toto Cup

Ironi Tiberias prepares for its Toto Cup match against Maccabi Haifa with two key players recovered and expected to start, despite a short squad due to suspensions. The club is al…

Maccabi Haifa Fields Nigel Lonwijk as Trial Player in Toto Cup Amid Foreign Player Limit

Maccabi Haifa played Nigel Lonwijk and Andrej Novakovic as trial foreign players in the Toto Cup due to squad foreign player limits. Both are contracted but not yet officially reg…

Ashdod Granted Limited Role in Disciplinary Hearing Against Tiberias Football Club

The Israeli Football Association's chief adjudicator limited Ashdod's role in disciplinary proceedings against Ironi Tiberias, allowing Ashdod to participate only at the punishmen…

Tiberias FC Faces Player Fatigue and Recruitment Challenges Ahead of Key Matches

Tiberias FC is struggling with player fatigue and a depleted squad after a recent loss, facing challenges in recruiting new players due to ongoing legal issues. The club plans to…

Israeli Premier League Opening Matches May Be Postponed Due to European Playoff Commitments

Four Israeli football clubs have advanced to European playoff rounds, potentially causing postponements of three opening Premier League matches. Teams like Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ha…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Chairman Pushes to Oust CEO Amid Internal Power Struggle

Hapoel Tel Aviv chairman Oren Hasson seeks to remove CEO Tzachi Rikenstein amid internal disputes, but owner Ofer Yanai opposes the move, urging cooperation between the two. The c…

Indications Suggest Ironi Tiberias May Avoid Relegation to National League

Ironi Tiberias faces doping allegations that could lead to relegation, but the Israeli Football Association shows signs it may not enforce demotion. Legal complexities and ongoing…

Israeli National Team Coaches Seek Player Release Ahead of Yom Kippur

Israeli national team coach Ran Ben Shimon and assistant Gal Cohen traveled to the US to negotiate early release of three key forwards from their MLS clubs ahead of Yom Kippur, ai…

Tiberias Football Club Threatens Legal Action Over Football Association Spokesman’s Comments

Tiberias Football Club has threatened legal action against the Israeli Football Association over biased comments by spokesman Shlomi Barzel concerning a disciplinary case. The clu…

Serious Indictment Filed Against Ironi Tiberias Football Club Over Illegal Doping Scandal

Ironi Tiberias football club faces a serious indictment for aiding illegal doping and obstructing investigations, risking severe sporting sanctions. The club denies the charges an…

Hapoel Ramat Gan Seeks Loan of Goalkeeper Omer Niraon from Maccabi Netanya

Hapoel Ramat Gan, preparing for its first Premier League season match, seeks to loan goalkeeper Omer Niraon from Maccabi Netanya after an injury to their first-choice keeper.

Israeli Sports Agency Files Severe Doping Charges Against Ironi Tiberias Staff

Israel's National Anti-Doping Agency has charged six Ironi Tiberias football staff with unauthorized doping practices involving IV infusions given to players in 2026, seeking leng…

Maccabi Netanya's Yarin Abuhatzira Poised for Early Senior Debut at 15

Yarin Abuhatzira, a 15-year-old forward at Maccabi Netanya, is impressing in pre-season and may debut in Israel's top league before 16. Noted for his skill and maturity, he has al…

Ironi Tiberias Prepares for Football Association Court Hearing Over Doping Allegations

Ironi Tiberias football club is challenging ongoing doping-related disciplinary proceedings in the Israeli Football Association's Supreme Court, seeking to freeze the process and…

Norwegian Football Association Donates All Israel Match Revenues to Gaza Medical Group

The Norwegian Football Association donated all proceeds from its World Cup qualifier against Israel to a Gaza medical group, sparking controversy over politicizing sports and igno…

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Striker Samir Farhoud Loaned to Ironi Tiberias for 2026/27 Season

Hapoel Be'er Sheva striker Samir Farhoud has been loaned to Ironi Tiberias for the 2026/27 season to gain playing time, carrying over a five-match suspension from a previous incid…

Israeli Goalkeeper Omri Glazer Officially Signs Three-Year Deal with Maccabi Haifa

Israeli goalkeeper Omri Glazer has signed a three-year contract to return to Maccabi Haifa from Red Star Belgrade, with the club paying around 300,000 euros for the transfer. His…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Loans Six Young Players to Hapoel Kfar Shalem Ahead of 2026/27 Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv has loaned six young players to Hapoel Kfar Shalem in the National League as part of their 2026/27 season preparations, aiming to develop emerging talent through…

MS Ashdod and Ironi Tiberias Leaders Clash Over Doping Scandal Allegations

MS Ashdod owner Jacky Ben Zaken and Ironi Tiberias head Miki Beitan exchanged heated messages amid a doping scandal investigation involving both clubs. Ashdod filed a complaint ac…

Ironi Tiberias Condemns Jackie Ben Zaken's Threats, Files Police Complaint

Ironi Tiberias responded sharply to leaked messages showing Jackie Ben Zaken threatening the club, condemning bullying in Israeli football and filing a police complaint. The club…

Maccabi Netanya Advances Talks to Upgrade Contract of Rising Star Yarin Abuhatzira

Maccabi Netanya is preparing for the 2025/26 season in Poland, featuring young winger Yarin Abuhatzira, who received a special permit to play with the senior team before turning 1…

Israeli Football Sees Significant Drop in Pyrotechnics and Racism Incidents Following Reforms

Israeli football authorities report a significant decline in pyrotechnic incidents and racist offenses following reforms since 2023, with pyrotechnic cases halving and racist conv…

Beitar Jerusalem Awaits Transfer Fee Decision as Jordan Shua’s Status Remains Uncertain

Beitar Jerusalem awaits a decision on transfer fees for Noam Mocha and Daniel Vorko to register them officially, with their eligibility for Saturday’s match against Hapoel Tel Avi…

Facial Injuries in World Cup Spotlight as Players Wear Protective Masks

Several World Cup players have worn protective face masks after sustaining facial injuries from collisions during matches. These injuries, often involving the nose, jaw, or eye so…

Tiberias Club Claims Sports Federation Is Exaggerating Doping Investigation

Ironi Tiberias football club released a recording of investigator Dean Perger suggesting the Israeli sports federation is exaggerating a doping case. The club denies wrongdoing wh…

Beitar Jerusalem Sells Out 20,000 Season Tickets, Marks Historic Fan Demand

Beitar Jerusalem sold 20,000 season tickets for the first time, limiting further sales to preserve individual match tickets. This historic demand could secure over 50 million shek…