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Israel Coach Ran Ben Shimon Seeks Early Release of US-Based Players Ahead of Austria Match
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First reported by N12 · Jul 24, 2026
What happened
Israel's football coach Ran Ben Shimon is negotiating with US clubs to release Israeli players early for preparation ahead of their Austria match during Yom Kippur, though challenges remain. Some players may arrive just a day before the game, limiting their playtime.
- 01Coach Ran Ben Shimon is in the US seeking early release of Israeli players before Yom Kippur.
- 02The Israeli team will prepare in Austria for their match against Austria in Linz during Yom Kippur.
- 03Ben Shimon has met several players and plans to meet more, including Tai Baribo in Washington.
- 04Clubs may resist early release, causing players to arrive only a day before the match.
- 05Time zone differences may limit the players' minutes on the field.
- 06Captain Eli Dasa's status is uncertain, and Manor Solomon's season start location is unclear.
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