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Maccabi Tel Aviv's Varela Gets a World Cup Chance to Impress Spain
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First reported by Walla · Jun 14, 2026
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Helio Varela, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s 24-year-old Cape Verde winger, could use the 2026 World Cup match against Spain to attract major attention. The article says a strong showing might open a bigger move, while Maccabi Tel Aviv would also benefit financially from his tournament participation.
- 01Varela may face Spain at the 2026 World Cup as Cape Verde's attacking underdog.
- 02His Maccabi Tel Aviv season brought six goals, three assists, and a cup final winner.
- 03Maccabi Tel Aviv earns about $7,300 per day from his World Cup participation.
- 04The article compares his opportunity to John Pantsil's post-World Cup move to West Ham.
- 05If he impresses, scouts could see him as a candidate for a higher-level league.
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