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Ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Lazetić Linked to CSKA Sofia
Žarko Lazetić, formerly of Maccabi Tel Aviv, is reportedly a candidate to become the new coach of CSKA Sofia, the Bulgarian team that eliminated Maccabi Tel Aviv from the Europa L…
European Volleyball Championship Quarterfinals Begin
The Men's European Volleyball Championship quarterfinals begin today and tomorrow in Sofia and Turin. The semifinals and finals will be held in Milan, with Poland being the defend…
Sports Reporter Criticizes Hapoel Tel Aviv Owner Ofer Yanai Over Player Housing
Channel 12 reporter Zion Nanous criticized Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yanai for housing foreign players in Bulgaria instead of Tel Aviv, questioning the symbolic message sent to p…
EuroLeague CEO to Visit Israel Amid Efforts to Return Games
Maccabi Tel Aviv officials met with EuroLeague CEO Jordi Bertomeu to discuss bringing European basketball games back to Israel. While no immediate changes were announced, the CEO…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Team Faces Internal Discord
Hapoel Tel Aviv's basketball team experienced internal friction after a derby loss, with a team meeting postponed due to player association rules regarding post-game rest. The del…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Players Express Concerns Over Sofia Base
Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball players have told management that basing the team in Sofia, Bulgaria, will prevent them from succeeding. Players cited difficulties with daily life and…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Hapoel Tel Aviv in Season Opener
Maccabi Tel Aviv decisively defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 101-83 in the Israeli basketball season opener. The broadcast analyzed both teams' performances, focusing on Maccabi's strengt…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Coach Slams Team After Super Cup Loss to Maccabi
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 101-83 in the Social Super Cup. Hapoel's coach, Dimitris Itoudis, criticized his players for not giving their all, while the team looks t…
EuroLeague Games May Return to Israel, Says Hapoel Tel Aviv Chairman
Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Chairman Stav Shacham believes EuroLeague games could return to Israel soon, citing an upcoming meeting with league owners. Israeli teams have been play…
Ireland Withdraws from Eurovision 2027 Over Israel's Participation
Ireland will boycott the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's participation, citing the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Bulgaria will host the event in Burgas, with…
OFI Crete Completes Remarkable Rise to European League Group Stage
Greek football club OFI Crete, which was in the third division in 2015, has reached the European League group stage for the first time. The team has undergone a significant transf…
Torah Scroll Ceremony Honors Fallen Golani Officer Ivri Dickstein
A Torah scroll dedication ceremony was held in Eli to honor the memory of fallen Golani officer Ivri Dickstein. His family and rabbi spoke at the event, emphasizing his enduring l…
Missing Elderly Woman Found Alive After Four-Day Search in Holon
An 83-year-old woman, Sofia Fradkin, missing for four days in Holon, Israel, was found alive in a bomb shelter. She was discovered by police and municipal workers and taken to the…
Israel Eliminated from European Volleyball Championship After Loss
The Israeli men's national volleyball team lost to North Macedonia 3-0 in their final group stage match of the European Championship, resulting in their elimination from the tourn…
Israeli Basketball League Head: War Forced Unprecedented Decisions
Israeli Basketball League Chairman Arie Steinberg revealed that the ongoing war necessitated allowing Hapoel Tel Aviv to play from Sofia, a decision he wouldn't have approved othe…
Israeli Gymnast Maria Mechina Wins Five Medals at Czech Junior Cup
Israeli rhythmic gymnast Maria Mechina won five medals, including three silvers and two bronzes, at the Czech Junior Cup in Brno. She secured a bronze in the all-around competitio…
Israel Volleyball Team Loses to Bulgaria at European Championship
The Israeli men's volleyball team lost to Bulgaria 1-3 at the European Championship in Sofia. This defeat, Israel's third in four games, complicates their chances of advancing to…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Derby, Emerges as Clear Title Favorite
Maccabi Tel Aviv decisively won the Tel Aviv derby 4-1, establishing itself as the clear favorite for the Israeli Premier League title with a perfect record. A red card for Hapoel…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Basketball Team's Full Foreign Roster Arrives for Super Cup
Hapoel Tel Aviv's basketball team will arrive in Israel with its full foreign contingent on Monday for the Super Cup against Maccabi Tel Aviv. The team is also preparing for upcom…
Andrade Leaves Maccabi Tel Aviv for Brazil's Recife, Forgoing Back Pay
Maccabi Tel Aviv's Kerwin Andrade has been loaned to Brazilian club Recife, waiving owed salary. Recife has an option to buy him for 2 million euros after a disappointing year in…
Hamas Leader Sinwar Warned of Gaza Escalation Before Oct. 7, Sources Say
Sources close to Mohammed Dahlan claim Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar warned of an impending Gaza escalation in September 2023, passing the information through intermediaries to Israel…
Israel Volleyball Captain Eyes European Championship Success
Israel's national volleyball team captain Noam Ariel spoke about the team's historic European Championship debut, their strong unity, and ambitions for future success, including r…
Israel Urged to Seek Forgiveness from Arab Citizens for Integration Failures
An article argues that Israel should seek forgiveness from its Arab citizens for failing to adequately promote their integration, citing religious tradition and highlighting both…
US Congressman Warns UK Sanctions on Israel Could Harm British Firms in Florida
U.S. Congressman Randy Fine warned that new British sanctions against Israel could lead to British companies facing restrictions in Florida due to the state's anti-boycott laws. H…
Jaffa Farah's Candidacy Suspended, Faten Ghattas Tapped for Second Spot on Front List
The Democratic Front for Peace and Equality council suspended Jaffa Farah's candidacy for the second spot on their parliamentary list and elected Faten Ghattas to that position. F…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Names Noam Ben Harush to Replace Departed Star Roy Rabibo
Maccabi Tel Aviv has named Noam Ben Harush as the likely replacement for departed star left-back Roy Rabibo. The team also anticipates contributions from new signing James Taverni…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Midfielder Loaned to Greek Club Volos with Purchase Option
Maccabi Tel Aviv is loaning midfielder Kervin Andrade to Greek club Volos, who have an option to buy him for 1.6 million euros. The player struggled to make an impact in Israel an…
Israeli Skaters Compete in Junior Grand Prix Figure Skating Event
Israeli figure skaters Simona Tkachman and Isabella Kirillova competed in the Junior Grand Prix event in Bangkok, finishing 13th and 22nd respectively. Russian skaters won the wom…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Fires CEO Oren Hasson Amidst Disagreements
Oren Hasson was fired as CEO of Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club due to disagreements, with chairman Stav Shaham taking over the role. Hasson believes the decision was not in the t…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Completes Roster with Bruno Caboclo Signing
Hapoel Tel Aviv has signed Bruno Caboclo for two years, completing their roster. The team is also allowing Max Heidegger to practice despite an ongoing dispute, and is heading to…
Max Heidegger Signs with Bulgarian Team Amidst Contract Dispute
American basketball player Max Heidegger has joined a team in Sofia, Bulgaria, while under contract with Bnei Herzeliya in Israel. The Israeli club claims Heidegger cannot play fo…
FIBA Denies Israel's Request to Host Basketball Games Amid Security Concerns
FIBA Europe has denied Israel's request to host international basketball games due to security concerns. This decision forces the Israeli national team and clubs like Hapoel Holon…
Roy Revivo Joins Elche in Spain After Maccabi Tel Aviv Transfer
Maccabi Tel Aviv has sold young left-back Roy Revivo to Spanish club Elche, with his father pushing for a top European league move. The transfer was facilitated by recent team suc…
Israel to Compete in European Volleyball Championship Schedule Announced
The Israeli men's national volleyball team will compete in the European Championship from September 9-26. They are in Group B, playing in Sofia, Bulgaria, with their first match o…
Bulgaria Offers Rich Jewish Heritage and Stunning Nature for Families
A family travelogue details a trip to Bulgaria, focusing on Sofia's Great Synagogue and the rescue of Bulgarian Jews, followed by outdoor adventures in Bansko and the Pirin Mounta…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Rival, Secures Key Signings
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Haifa 3-1, with Dor Peretz scoring twice. The club has also re-signed Gabi Kanyevsky and is close to signing James Tavernier, strengthening their…
Lebna Finkelshtein to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Ophir Awards
The Israeli Film and Television Academy will present actress Lebna Finkelshtein with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Ophir Awards. The 78-year-old veteran performer was r…
Israel Signs Record $3.5 Billion Missile Defense Deal With Greece
Israel and Greece have signed a record $3.5 billion deal for Israel to supply Greece with a comprehensive missile defense system. The agreement, known as "Achilles Shield," includ…
Maccabi Tel Aviv's Ester Sokler Seeks to Replicate Success Amidst Early Struggles
Maccabi Tel Aviv's new Slovenian forward, Ester Sokler, is under pressure to perform after failing to score in his first two games, despite high expectations and teammate support…
Finland and Israel Extend Secret Defense Pact Until 2034
Finland and Israel have extended a secret defense cooperation agreement until 2034, involving joint research, development, and procurement, including Finland's purchase of David's…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Captain and Coach Prepare for Crucial Match Against Maccabi Haifa
Maccabi Tel Aviv's captain Dor Peretz and coach Kenny Miller address the team's recent European elimination and prepare for a key Premier League match against Maccabi Haifa on Aug…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Unveils Squad for Preseason Friendly Against Balkan Botevgrad
Hapoel Tel Aviv will face Balkan Botevgrad in Sofia for their first preseason basketball game of 2026/27, featuring several debuting players, while injured Tomer Ginat will miss t…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Faces Criticism for Training in Sofia Amidst Israeli League Tensions
Hapoel Tel Aviv is criticized for training in Sofia despite stable security in Israel, raising questions about management and fan engagement amid political challenges in Israeli b…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Emerges as Israel’s Strongest Team Amid Maccabi Tel Aviv’s European Failure
Hapoel Tel Aviv is recognized as Israel’s strongest football team after a competitive European showing, while Maccabi Tel Aviv faced a major European failure due to poor squad pre…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Eliminated From European Competition in August for First Time Since 2022
Maccabi Tel Aviv was eliminated from European competition in August after losing to FC Lugano in the Conference League playoff, marking a disappointing summer under owner Mitch Go…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Shows Promise While Maccabi Struggles Ahead of Israeli Football Season
Hapoel Tel Aviv showed strong performance despite European elimination, signaling growth and readiness for the domestic season. Meanwhile, Maccabi Tel Aviv failed to meet expectat…
Israeli Basketball Legends, Women's Hall of Fame Dispute, and Coach of Kevin Durant Featured on Double Dribble
Double Dribble's new episode highlights Miki Berkovich's dementia battle, Anat Draygor's Hall of Fame boycott, Noam Yaakov's NCAA eligibility issues, Tel Aviv teams' training star…
Outgoing Hapoel Tel Aviv Manager Criticizes Club's Fan Alienation and Management Failures
Ittai Berger, outgoing manager of Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball, criticizes club management for alienating fans and losing the team's identity, leading to his resignation. He highlig…