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Eyal Berkovich Nears Ownership of Israeli Football Club Hapoel Nof HaGalil
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First reported by N12 · Jul 8, 2026
What happened
Eyal Berkovich is close to acquiring ownership of Hapoel Nof HaGalil, a relegated Israeli football club, with his brother Nir set to coach. The deal, pending mayoral approval, involves clearing the club’s debts and significant private investment to restore its competitive status.
- 01Eyal Berkovich is negotiating to become owner of relegated Hapoel Nof HaGalil football club.
- 02Gil Baram agreed to clear club debts, enabling a debt-free takeover by Berkovich.
- 03Nir Berkovich, Eyal’s brother, is expected to coach the team if the deal closes.
- 04Mayor Ronen Plot’s approval is required due to public funding involvement.
- 05The club currently receives over 3 million shekels annually from the municipality.
- 06Local opposition exists against the new ownership and Baram’s continued role.
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N12Center · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Eyal Berkovich Nears Ownership of Israeli Football Club Hapoel Nof HaGalil
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Eyal Berkovich Nears Ownership of Israeli Football Club Hapoel Nof HaGalil
WallaCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
Former Israeli Football Star Eyal Berkovich Nears Management Deal for Hapoel Nof HaGalil
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