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Full coverage· Sports· Updated

Niv Zrihan Retires at 32 After Injury-Plagued Career, Reflects on Football Journey

Israeli footballer Niv Zrihan retires at 32 due to severe injuries, reflecting on his 15-year career, key moments, and future plans in an exclusive interview.

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What happened

  1. 01Niv Zrihan retires at 32 after injuries ended his 15-year football career.
  2. 02Major injuries included a torn ankle ligament and swollen veins requiring urgent surgery.
  3. 03He discussed pressures of being Yigal Zrihan’s son and praised coaches Barak Bachar and Yossi Abuksis.
  4. 04Zrihan recounted a near-fatal incident involving teammate Eliniv Breda during training.
  5. 05He honored late friend Gadi Kinda and shared plans to explore new opportunities post-retirement.
  6. 06Zrihan expressed loyalty to Be'er Sheva and admiration for players like Maor Melikson and Lionel Messi.
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