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Hapoel Katamon Jerusalem Draws PAOK in Early Champions League Qualifying
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
100% centerFirst reported by Mako · Jun 18, 2026
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What happened
Hapoel Katamon Jerusalem was drawn against PAOK Thessaloniki in the first round of Champions League qualifying. The matches begin on July 22 and July 25 in a mini knockout format, with the winners advancing toward the group stage.
- 01Katamon opens Champions League qualifying against PAOK Thessaloniki.
- 02The first two qualifying rounds start on July 22 and July 25.
- 03Qualifying is played as a mini knockout tournament.
- 04If Katamon advances, it could face Neftchi Baku, Budućnost, or Ferencváros.
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