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Israeli Basketball Veteran Rafi Menco Emphasizes Honor of Representing Nation Ahead of Crucial World Cup Qualifier

Israeli basketball veteran Rafi Menco spoke before Israel's crucial World Cup qualifier against Poland, emphasizing the honor of representing the country and the importance of winning to keep qualification hopes alive. His wife is in late pregnancy, highlighting his personal sacrifice for the national team.

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What happened

  1. 01Israel faces a decisive World Cup qualifier against Poland on August 27, 2026.
  2. 02Rafi Menco calls representing Israel the greatest honor and stresses team readiness.
  3. 03A loss would nearly eliminate Israel's chance to qualify for the World Cup.
  4. 04Menco's wife is in her ninth month of pregnancy, staying home during the match.
  5. 05The team aims to play aggressively to counter Poland's style and secure victory.
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