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Maccabi Sha'arayim and Hapoel Marmorek Merge to Form Ironi Rehovot in Liga Alef
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First reported by Walla · Aug 10, 2026
What happened
Maccabi Sha'arayim and Hapoel Marmorek merged to create Ironi Rehovot, which will compete in Liga Alef, while both original clubs continue independently in Liga Gimel without promotion rights.
- 01Maccabi Sha'arayim and Hapoel Marmorek merged to form Ironi Rehovot in Liga Alef.
- 02Ironi Rehovot will take Hapoel Marmorek's place and play at Rehovot's new stadium.
- 03Benny Ben Zaken was appointed as Ironi Rehovot's professional manager.
- 04Both original clubs will continue independently in Liga Gimel under their original names.
- 05Neither original club can promote beyond Liga Gimel under the merger agreement.
- 06Ironi Rehovot is now the sole route for Rehovot teams to advance to higher leagues.
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Full coverage · 4 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
YnetCenter · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Maccabi Sha'arayim and Hapoel Marmorek Merge to Form Ironi Rehovot in Liga Alef
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Ironi Rehovot Forms Unified Football Club for 2026/27 Season in Liga Alef South
N12Center · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Ironi Rehovot Forms Unified Football Club for 2026/27 Season in Liga Alef South
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