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Israeli Football Legend Shimon Chernukha Dies at 78

Shimon Chernukha, a legendary Beitar Jerusalem footballer and coach, died at 78. He was instrumental in Beitar's rise to Israel's top league and later coached youth players, leaving a lasting legacy.

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What happened

  1. 01Shimon Chernukha, Beitar Jerusalem legend, died at age 78 on August 5, 2026.
  2. 02He played for Beitar Jerusalem in the 1960s and 1970s, helping them reach the top league.
  3. 03Chernukha won the Israeli championship with Maccabi Netanya in 1970/71.
  4. 04He was the first Beitar player to represent Israel's national team in 1968.
  5. 05After retiring, he coached Beitar's youth teams, developing notable players.
  6. 06Beitar owner Barak Abramov and former player Aviram Baruchyan paid tribute to his legacy.
Translated and summarized by baba from N12, the latest report. Read N12’s original

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