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Former Soccer Star Sebastian Rosenthal Reveals Father's Suicide Tragedy
Former soccer player Sebastian Rosenthal revealed that his father died by suicide in 2016 due to immense suffering. Rosenthal discussed his father's death and his own career, incl…
Rafi Menco Left Out of Hapoel Emek Squad Amidst Professional Disagreements
Israeli national basketball player Rafi Menco has been excluded from the Hapoel Emek team due to professional disagreements and is training separately. The club is seeking another…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Optimistic About Injured Players' Return
Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Kiryat Shmona 1-0, with coach Ran Kozuch expressing mixed feelings about the team's performance. The club is optimistic about the return of injured pla…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Midfielder Niv Yehoshua Cleared for Play Ahead of Kiryat Shmona Match
Hapoel Be'er Sheva midfielder Niv Yehoshua is fit to play against Kiryat Shmona after medical tests following a concerning fall were normal. Eliel Peretz also returns from suspens…
LA Federation Sues Museum Over Nazi-Looted Art
The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has sued the Norton Simon Museum to recover Nazi-looted paintings by Lucas Cranach the Elder, intending to fund Holocaust survivor aid. A sepa…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Players Express Disappointment After European Draw
Hapoel Be'er Sheva drew 0-0 with Dinamo Zagreb in their Europa League opener, with players feeling they dominated and missed a winnable opportunity. The team praised coach Ran Koc…
Hapoel Beer Sheva Held to 0-0 Draw in Europa League Opener
Hapoel Beer Sheva started their Europa League campaign with a 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in Bucharest. The Israeli team dominated possession and created chances but failed to…
Maccabi Haifa Transfer Collapse Linked to Unsold Player
Maccabi Haifa's planned signing of Brazilian left-back Lucas Baros collapsed because the club could not sell defender Pedroso to make space in their foreign player roster.
Maccabi Haifa Awaits Return of Injured Defender Pierre Cornud
Maccabi Haifa, currently second in the league, prepares for their next match while awaiting the return of injured left-back Pierre Cornud in about two months. The club also explor…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Begins Europa League Campaign Facing Dynamo Zagreb
Hapoel Be'er Sheva begins its Europa League campaign against Dinamo Zagreb with a weakened squad due to suspensions and injuries. The team aims for a strong performance despite pl…
Maccabi Haifa Celebrates Dominant Win, Praises New Signing Pedro Brazão
Maccabi Haifa secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Ironi Kiryat Shmona, with new signing Pedro Brazão earning significant praise. Despite offensive improvements, defensive weakness…
Maccabi Haifa Weighs Two Left-Back Options Before Transfer Window Closes
Maccabi Haifa is looking to sign a left-back before the transfer window closes, considering Kenneth Paal and Lucas Baros. Paal offers tactical flexibility and potential cost savin…
Maccabi Haifa Nears Signing of New Left-Back Amid Squad Overhaul
Israeli football club Maccabi Haifa is in advanced negotiations to sign either Kenneth Paal or Lucas Barros as a new left-back due to existing injuries. The club will likely relea…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Slams Referees for Disrespect
Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Hapoel Petah Tikva 2-0, with coach Ran Kozuch criticizing league referees for disrespect towards coaches after the game. The team is preparing for upco…
Hapoel Beer Sheva Debuts New Midfielders in Crucial League Match
Hapoel Beer Sheva will debut new signings Idan Nachmias and Amankwaa Forson in their starting lineup against Hapoel Petah Tikva on Sunday. The team aims to improve its defense aft…
Maccabi Haifa's Record Signing, "Bruninho," Exceeds Expectations
Maccabi Haifa's record signing, Bruninho, has quickly become the team's star player after a transfer saga that began in January. The club believes the midfielder, who cost approxi…
Nets Reporter Questions Danny Wolf's Role and Effectiveness
Brooklyn Nets reporter Lucas Kaplan expressed uncertainty about Jewish player Danny Wolf's role and effectiveness, stating he will face tougher scrutiny than other young players…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Pursues Eden Kartsev, Player Declines Return to Israel
Hapoel Be'er Sheva attempted to sign Israeli midfielder Eden Kartsev from China's Shenzhen FC, but the player declined a return to Israel. The team is also preparing for an upcomi…
Bank of Israel Governor Reflects on Career, Economic Challenges
Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron discussed key economic decisions, including foreign exchange market intervention and inflation management. He outlined priorities for a potentia…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Criticizes Refereeing After Loss, Looks Ahead
Hapoel Be'er Sheva coach Ran Kozuch criticized the refereeing after a 4-1 loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv but focused on his team's performance. He also discussed the team's upcoming cha…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Grueling Schedule Without Key Midfielders
Hapoel Be'er Sheva faces a tough schedule of three games in six days without key midfielders Lucas Ventura and Aliel Peretz, who are injured or suspended. The team must overcome t…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Setback Against Maccabi Tel Aviv Highlights Team's Decline
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's coach Ran Kozuch's somber reaction to a loss against Maccabi Tel Aviv contrasts with his previous expression of gratitude after another defeat, sparking debat…
New Hapoel Tel Aviv Signing Douglas Owusu Leads Israeli Footballer Value Surge
Douglas Owusu of Hapoel Tel Aviv has become the most valuable player in the Israeli Premier League, with his market value soaring to 4.5 million euros. The latest Transfermarkt va…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Challenges With Key Player Injuries
Hapoel Be'er Sheva will be without key players Lucas Ventura and Itay Rotman due to injuries for upcoming matches. The team is also considering transfer targets and adjusting its…
Beitar Jerusalem Striker Escapes Unharmed After Car Crash
Beitar Jerusalem forward Jhonny Lucas was involved in a car accident but was unharmed. The incident occurred on Tuesday, and the player miraculously escaped without injuries.
Referees Committee Rules Hapoel Be'er Sheva Was Wronged in Match vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv
The Israeli Referees Committee ruled that Hapoel Be'er Sheva was denied a penalty and Maccabi Tel Aviv had a legitimate goal disallowed in their recent match. The committee's find…
Referee Explains Player Ejection for Insulting Remarks
Referee Yigal Fried explained that Hapoel Be'er Sheva player Eliel Peretz was ejected for calling the referee "weak" and stating he had "no idea." Peretz was sent off after receiv…
Maccabi Haifa Midfielder Yarin Levi Draws Interest from Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beer Sheva
Maccabi Haifa midfielder Yarin Levi, who recently signed a new three-year deal, is facing limited playing time and is now a target for both Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beer Sheva…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates, Hapoel Be'er Sheva Shows Cracks
Maccabi Tel Aviv decisively defeated reigning champions Hapoel Be'er Sheva 4-1, showcasing superior form and cohesion. Be'er Sheva's performance was marked by individual player st…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Suffers Heavy Defeat Amidst Team Struggles
Hapoel Be'er Sheva suffered a significant 4-1 defeat to Maccabi Tel Aviv, highlighting a concerning downward trend in performance. The team's struggles are compounded by player mo…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Considers Signing Midfielder Yarin Levi
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is exploring the possibility of signing midfielder Yarin Levi from Maccabi Haifa. Levi, who previously played for Beitar Jerusalem on loan, is also a target for…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Apologizes After Humiliating 4-1 Loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv
Hapoel Be'er Sheva's coach apologized for his team's "very weak" 4-1 league loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv, citing early setbacks and a red card. The defeat follows their State Cup fina…
Miami-Dade County Increases Investment Cap in Israel Bonds
Miami-Dade County commissioners unanimously voted to increase the investment limit in Israeli bonds from 3% to 5% of the county's $9 billion portfolio. The decision, which allows…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Expected to Loan Out Andrade, Make Room for Tavernier
Maccabi Tel Aviv is expected to loan out midfielder Jhonny Lucas Andrade today, creating a roster spot for new signing James Tavernier. The team is preparing to face Hapoel Be'er…
From Benchwarmer to Key Player, Eliel Peretz Leads Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Charge
Eliel Peretz has become Hapoel Be'er Sheva's most vital player after overcoming a difficult start to the season, leading the team in European competition and domestic league play…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Secures First League Win, Players Aim for Improvement
Hapoel Tel Aviv earned their first win of the season, beating Beitar Jerusalem 3-0. Players and coaches expressed satisfaction but also a desire for continued improvement in perfo…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Celebrates Dominant 3-0 Victory Over Beitar Jerusalem
Hapoel Tel Aviv achieved a decisive 3-0 victory over Beitar Jerusalem, with new player Douglas Awusu receiving significant praise for his performance. The team celebrated their st…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Surges as Beitar Jerusalem Faces Crisis
Hapoel Tel Aviv is experiencing a strong resurgence, showing potential for sustained success. Meanwhile, Beitar Jerusalem is in a deep crisis, facing squad issues and questions ab…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Forson Amankwah on Loan
Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed Ghanaian midfielder Forson Amankwah on a season-long loan from Norwich City. The 23-year-old, who previously played with Oscar Gloukh at Salzburg, is…
Actor Anatoly Vaysman Embraces Hebrew Roles, Challenges Stereotypes in Israel
Actor Anatoly Vaysman is performing classic Russian literature in Hebrew in Israel, hoping to break stereotypes and secure more dramatic roles. He discussed his challenging adapta…
Shik Keita Emerges as Hapoel Haifa's Midfield Gem
Malian midfielder Shik Keita, 21, has become a standout player for Hapoel Haifa after a unique career path that included a near-miss with French club Lille and a stint in the UAE…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Aims to Secure Igor Zlatanovic for Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash
Hapoel Be'er Sheva hopes to have striker Igor Zlatanovic back for their match against Maccabi Tel Aviv next Monday. Meanwhile, Amit Ouhana is set to start in their league opener a…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Top Scorer Adrian Arqis
Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed top scorer Adrian Arqis from Kiryat Shmona for 1 million euros on a three-year deal. The Peruvian striker scored 18 goals last season and expressed e…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Speedy Left-Back Yanick Leliendal
Hapoel Tel Aviv has signed Yanick Leliendal, a fast left-back with a history of disciplinary issues but also impressive performances in the Dutch league. His speed and defensive i…
Shik Keita Emerges as Hapoel Haifa's New Star Midfielder
Shik Keita, a 21-year-old Malian midfielder, has become a key player for Hapoel Haifa after an unconventional career path. His agent believes his time in Israel will be a stepping…
Israeli MMA Fighter Ilay Barzilai Nears UFC Contract
Israeli MMA fighter Ilay Barzilai is on the verge of signing with the UFC after a recent win, with the organization reportedly interested in his skills and potential fan base. Bar…
Meni Ventura Reveals Personal Cost of Iron Swords War After Selling Businesses to Command Reserve Battalion
Retired Lt. Col. Meni Ventura sold his businesses to lead a reserve battalion during the Iron Swords war, recounting the personal and national impact of the October 7 attacks. He…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Nears Signing Fast Left-Back Yannick Lallinde from Dutch League
Hapoel Tel Aviv is close to signing 24-year-old Dutch left-back Yannick Lallinde, known for his speed and defensive skills. Lallinde has played for several clubs in Belgium and th…