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48 stories from the last few days, translated and compared across newsrooms

3 outlets · 4h ago

Israeli Basketball Teams Vie for EuroLeague Licenses Amid Security Concerns

Maccabi Tel Aviv Chairman Shimon Mizrahi is attending a EuroLeague owners meeting in Italy to push for the return of games to Israel and support bids by Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem for permanent licenses. Despite security concerns, officials expect one Israeli team to be granted a license, though the final decision on all new teams may be delayed.

2 outlets · 4h ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Owner Moved by Mizrahi's Support

2 outlets · 4h ago

Brooklyn Nets Forward Dani Wolf Highlights Vastly Improved Training Camp

2 outlets · 4h ago

Switzerland Women's Soccer Team May Boycott World Cup Playoff Against Israel

1 outlets · 5h ago

Maccabi Ashdod Secures First Win of Season Over Ramat Gan

5h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Hapoel Jerusalem to Reach Winner Cup Final

3 outlets · 5h ago

Maccabi Chairman to Back Hapoel and Jerusalem for EuroLeague Licenses

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Sports5h ago

Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv to Clash in Winner Cup Final

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv will compete in the Winner Cup final after winning their respective semifinal matches. Maccabi defeated Hapoel Jerusalem, while Hapoel Tel Avi…

Sports5h ago

Israel Draws With Ireland, Faces Relegation Threat in Nations League

Israel drew 1-1 with Ireland in the Nations League, with Dior Peretz scoring an equalizer after conceding a penalty. The result gives Israel two points from four games, leaving th…

Sports5h ago

Eyal Berkovich Slams National Coach Ran Ben Shimon's Media Appearances

Former Israeli football star Eyal Berkovich heavily criticized national coach Ran Ben Shimon's media conduct and perceived insincerity, particularly after the team's poor Nations…

Sports6h ago·2 outlets

Rafi Menco to Stay with Hapoel HaEmek Through Season's End

Israeli basketball player Rafi Menco will finish the season with Hapoel HaEmek after club officials apologized for past treatment. He has been training with the team and will be a…

Sports6h ago·1 outlets

Israeli Basketball Star Deni Avdija's Path to NBA Elite Explored

Deni Avdija's personal coaches believe he is on track to become an NBA MVP candidate, detailing his summer training focused on improving his left-hand play and physical conditioni…

Sports6h ago·2 outlets

Former Udinese and Granada Defender Oche Agbu Joins Hapoel Rishon LeZion

Hapoel Rishon LeZion signed former Nigerian international defender Oche Agbu, who has played for Udinese and Granada. Separately, Maccabi Kabilio Jaffa signed Yakov Abba.

Sports6h ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Fans Boycott Away Game, Criticize Club Management

Maccabi Haifa's fan organization, the "the fan organization," is boycotting an upcoming away game at Teddy Stadium but criticizes the club's management for the late decision. The…

Sports6h ago·2 outlets

Israel National Football Team Players' Market Values Assessed

Despite a poor recent performance, the Israeli national football team has several players with significant market values according to Transfermarkt. The article challenges readers…

Sports6h ago·2 outlets

Basketball Association Seeks Fine for Hapoel Jerusalem Over Flares

The Israeli Basketball Association's disciplinary prosecutor is seeking a fine of at least 30,000 shekels for Hapoel Jerusalem after fans ignited flares, delaying a semi-final gam…

Sports7h ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Holds Ceremony Commemorating October 7 Massacre

Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club held a memorial ceremony for the victims of the October 7th massacre. Player Tomer Ginat spoke about the emotional impact and the community's need…

Sports7h ago

Maccabi Haifa Holds Memorial Ceremony for Fans Lost Since October 7

Maccabi Haifa Football Club held a memorial ceremony for 120 fans killed or fallen since October 7, 2023. The event included speeches from club officials and families of fallen so…

Sports7h ago·2 outlets

Saint-Étienne Scouts Track Maccabi Netanya Midfielder Bassam Zaroura

French club Saint-Étienne is scouting Maccabi Netanya midfielder Bassam Zaroura, with scouts attending multiple matches. The Israeli club is expected to demand a transfer fee of €…

Sports7h ago·2 outlets

Euroleague CEO to Visit Israel Next Week Amid Hopes for Home Games

Euroleague CEO will visit Israel next week to assess the possibility of Israeli basketball teams returning to play their home games in the country. Currently, Israeli clubs are ho…

Sports8h ago·1 outlets

Deytz Seeks Emergency Order to Halt Maccabi Tel Aviv Share Transfers

Richard Deytz has filed an urgent court request to halt changes in Maccabi Tel Aviv's ownership structure. He alleges that the Recanati family and Shimon Mizrahi are attempting to…

Sports8h ago·2 outlets

Israel Youth Soccer Team Defeats Montenegro in Friendly Match

Israel's U-19 national soccer team defeated Montenegro 1-0 in a friendly match, with Ido Yosef scoring the winning goal. This was the second win for Israel against Montenegro in a…

Sports8h ago

Israeli Basketball Clubs Lobby for EuroLeague Return, Seek Cyprus as Home Venue

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem are cooperating to lobby the EuroLeague for the return of games to Israel and are also seeking to host their home matches in Cyprus due to se…

Sports8h ago·2 outlets

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Žarko Lazetić Linked to CSKA Sofia Role

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv coach Žarko Lazetić was fired by Saudi club Al-Ta'awoun and is now linked to CSKA Sofia. He previously coached in Serbia and expressed interest in returnin…

Sports8h ago·2 outlets

Basketball Team Honors Hero of Dubai Flight Rescue

Israeli basketball club Ironi Ness Ziona honored Yaniv Hayun, a local resident hailed as a hero for his actions on a flight from Dubai. Hayun and his family were invited as guests…

Sports8h ago

Paralympic Athletes Engage in Marine Activities with Ziv Ne'urim

Paralympic athletes, including "Swords of Iron" war wounded, participated in a marine activity day in Tel Aviv, a first-time collaboration between the Israeli Paralympic Sports As…

Sports9h ago

Israel National Football Team's Performance Reviewed in New Episode

An episode of "Tzion 3" reviewed the Israeli national football team's recent performance, discussing professional and communication issues. The program also previewed the upcoming…

Sports9h ago·2 outlets

Israel Basketball National Teams to Integrate Young Players

Israel's basketball national teams will integrate young players into the senior squad after failing to qualify for the World Cup. Junior teams maintained their top-division status…

Sports9h ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Ranked Last in EuroLeague Power Rankings

Maccabi Tel Aviv has been ranked last in the EuroLeague power rankings after starting the season 0-3, while Hapoel Tel Aviv has risen to fourth place. The rankings noted Elijah Br…

Sports9h ago·2 outlets

EuroLeague Owners Meet in Italy to Discuss Major Expansion and Financial Overhaul

EuroLeague's 13 founding clubs are meeting in Italy to discuss expanding the league to 24 teams by 2027/28, introducing an NBA-style franchise model, and potential financial restr…

Sports9h ago·3 outlets

Israel Football Chief Vows Euro 2028 Berth Under Current Coach

Israeli Football Association Chairman Shino Zoaretz expressed confidence in coach Ran Ben Shimon to lead the team to Euro 2028 qualification, despite recent disappointing results…

Sports9h ago

UEFA Unlikely to Separate Israel and Ireland in Future Draws

UEFA is unlikely to separate Ireland and Israel in future football draws, citing no direct political conflict. A rematch is possible for Euro 2028 qualifiers, and UEFA is investig…

Sports9h ago

Top Referees Assigned to Key Matches as Israeli Premier League Resumes

The Israeli Premier League's sixth gameweek will feature top referees Orel Grinfeld and Shnir Levi overseeing major matches after a three-week break. The Referees Association has…

Sports10h ago·1 outlets

Fourth Maccabiada Set for January 2027 in Eilat

The fourth Maccabiada, a large sports event for the National Labor Federation and Maccabi Israel, will be held in Eilat in January 2027. The event aims to bring together thousands…

Sports10h ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Players Supported Manager Yoav Ziv, Did Not Rebel

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv player Liran Strauber clarified that a social media post by current players supporting manager Yoav Ziv was an act of appreciation, not a rebellion. Straub…

Sports10h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Holon Basketball Team Faces European Opener with Key Absences and Returns

Hapoel Holon begins its BCL season in Bulgaria with key player Brandon Jones out due to an ankle sprain, while Greg Lee also remains sidelined. Rivaldo Soares and Sam Ayre are set…

Sports10h ago·2 outlets

British Media Criticize Irish Handling of Israel Matches

British sports commentators have strongly criticized the Irish team's decision to mix sports with politics, specifically their refusal to shake hands with Israeli players. They ar…

Sports10h ago

Foreign Coaches Surge in Israeli Basketball League, Sparking Concern

The Israeli Basketball Premier League has seen a record number of five foreign coaches this season, raising concerns about the status and opportunities for Israeli coaches. While…

Sports11h ago·3 outlets

Jerusalem FC to Sell Tickets Directly to Maccabi Haifa Fans Amid Dispute

Hapoel Jerusalem will sell tickets directly to Maccabi Haifa fans for an upcoming match after Maccabi Haifa refused to do so, citing police conduct. Hapoel Jerusalem's CEO welcome…

Sports11h ago·2 outlets

New Era Dawns for Hapoel Rishon LeZion as Business Couple Set to Take Over

Business couple Dudu and Natalie Vaturi are nearing a deal to purchase the National League football club Hapoel Rishon LeZion. They plan to invest 2 million shekels this season, a…

Sports11h ago·2 outlets

Former Israeli Premier League Stars Still Playing in Lower Divisions

Ten former Israeli Premier League stars, including Eran Levi and Liran Cohen, are still actively playing football in various lower divisions across Israel, maintaining their conne…

Sports11h ago

New Ashdod Stadium Nears Completion With Seats and Lighting Installed

A new stadium in Ashdod has installed 20,000 seats and a lighting system, with only the grass pitch remaining. The facility is expected to be ready for the 2027/28 season.

Sports11h ago·2 outlets

Israel Faces Relegation to League C in Nations League

The Israeli national football team is in danger of being relegated to League C of the Nations League after a draw with Ireland left them last in their group. They must win their u…

Sports11h ago·2 outlets

Israeli Judo Captain Aims for World Championship Podium

Tamar Nelson Levy, captain of the Israeli Judo Team, is aiming for a podium finish at the World Championships. Ranked fifth globally, she feels well-prepared and confident, drawin…

Sports12h ago

Hapoel Tayibe Signs Omar Younes to Bolster Offensive Line

Hapoel Tayibe has signed young offensive player Omar Younes to improve their standing in the first division. The team aims to finish in the top five this season.

Sports12h ago·3 outlets

Italian Club Lazio Interested in Israeli Player Liel Abada, Salary a Hurdle

Italian club Lazio is interested in signing Israeli player Liel Abada from Charlotte FC, but his high salary poses a significant obstacle. Abada, who has performed well recently…

Sports12h ago

12-Year-Old Israeli Wins World Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Bar Cohen, a 12-year-old from Ra'anana, won the gold medal at the World Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Krakow, Poland. He was honored by the Mayor of Ra'anana for his interna…

Sports12h ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Eyes Cyprus Move for EuroLeague Home Games

Maccabi Tel Aviv is reportedly close to moving its EuroLeague home games from Belgrade to Cyprus, though playing in Israel remains the ultimate goal. Negotiations with Cyprus have…