Ironi Tiberias Owner Arieh Kalmanson Vows to Keep Team in Premier League Despite Point Deduction
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Mako · Aug 19, 2026
What happened
Ironi Tiberias owner Arieh Kalmanson pledged to keep the team in the Israeli Premier League despite a six-point deduction. Ahead of the 2026/27 season opener against Hapoel Petah Tikva, he introduced the club's strengthened professional staff and expressed confidence in overcoming challenges. Kalmanson framed the point penalty as motivation and vowed to prove doubters wrong throughout the season.
- 01Ironi Tiberias starts its third consecutive Premier League season against Hapoel Petah Tikva on Saturday.
- 02Owner Arieh Kalmanson vowed to keep the team in the league despite a six-point deduction.
- 03The club built a strong professional support team including head coach Moti Krispil and advisor Morris Ozen.
- 04Shimon Hadari will act as owners' representative and liaison within the club.
- 05Kalmanson thanked players for their commitment amid a turbulent off-season.
- 06He called the point deduction motivation to prove the team's resilience and strength.
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