EuroLeague Expansion Could Boost Israeli Teams Amid Russian Return Uncertainty
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by N12 · Jul 7, 2026
What happened
The EuroLeague will expand to 24 teams in 2027/28, introducing a franchise system that could financially benefit Israeli clubs Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem. The return of Russian teams following the IOC's lifting of their suspension adds competition for franchise spots. Maccabi Tel Aviv remains a guaranteed franchise member, while the league may allow games back in Israel if security permits.
- 01EuroLeague expands to 24 teams with a new franchise model starting 2027/28 season.
- 02Maccabi Tel Aviv guaranteed franchise status; Hapoel Tel Aviv and Jerusalem seek new franchise licenses.
- 03Franchise licenses may cost around 60 million euros each, offering significant revenue rights.
- 04IOC lifted Russian suspension, potentially allowing Russian teams to rejoin EuroLeague.
- 05Two EuroCup finalists will also qualify for EuroLeague under the new format.
- 06Return of games to Israel possible if security situation remains stable.
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