Israeli Premier League Prepares for New Season Amid Transfers and Team Uncertainties
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By גיא לייבה, איציק שאשו, ניר צדוק
First reported by Mako · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
One month before the Israeli Premier League season starts, teams like Maccabi Haifa and Beitar Jerusalem impress with signings, while others face challenges. Maccabi Tel Aviv weakened, coaching pressures rise, and ownership involvement varies. Be’er Sheva and Maccabi Tel Aviv are favorites for the title, with Hapoel Ramat Gan and Hapoel Haifa likely relegated.
- 01Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Haifa lead impressive summer signings, focusing on Israeli players.
- 02Ironi Tiberias and Hapoel Jerusalem appear least prepared due to scandals and weak squads.
- 03Maccabi Tel Aviv weakened most among big clubs, facing key player departures.
- 04Coaching pressure mounts on Aliniv Breda (Hapoel Tel Aviv) and Barak Bachar (Maccabi Haifa).
- 05Ownership involvement varies from Avi Luzon’s return to Yoav Katz’s indifference.
- 06Be’er Sheva and Maccabi Tel Aviv are early favorites; Hapoel Ramat Gan and Hapoel Haifa face relegation risks.
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