Soccer

Roey Alkukin emerging as a key weapon in Hapoel Tel Aviv’s championship push

Originally from Mevaseret Zion, just outside Jerusalem, Alkukin came through Beitar Jerusalem’s youth system before joining Hapoel Tel Aviv at the age of 15.

HAPOEL TEL AVIV midfielder Roey Alkukin has emerged as one of the rising stars of Israeli soccer, playing an increasingly important role in the Reds’ title hopes.
Too good for the championship? Peretz.

Championship's top goalkeeper: Daniel Peretz shines, but Southampton needs to wake up

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between Portugal and Wales at Estadio Jose Alvalade on September 24, 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal.

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal national team

Vandalism by Maccabi Haifa fans at Bloomfield Stadium.

Vandalism at Bloomfield: The destruction left behind by Maccabi Haifa fans


Boca wins stormy Superclasico as nine-man River falters

Lautaro Di Lollo scored the decisive goal to secure a 1–0 victory and solidify his position at the top of the annual table with one round remaining in the Clausura season.

Decided Argentina’s biggest game. Lautaro Di Lollo.

Hapoel Tel Aviv soccer edges Maccabi Haifa as Beersheba rallies, Maccabi Tel Aviv cruises

Hapoel Tel Aviv held off Maccabi Haifa 2-1, while Beersheba staged a dramatic 5-2 comeback and Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised to a commanding 5-0 victory.

HAPOEL TEL AVIV forward Daniel Dappa celebrates after scoring what ended up as the game-winning tally in the Reds’ 2-1 home victory over Maccabi Haifa.

Messi and Feingold star as Inter Miami beat New England 2–1

The Flea sparkled with a goal and assist in Inter Miami's 2–1 win over New England, who featured an assist from Ilay Feingold: "Messi deserves to win both the MVP and the Ballon d'Or."

New England Revolution player Ilay Feingold against Inter Miami player Lionel Messi.

Spanish soccer player Jesus de Miguel dies of cardiac arrest after collapsing during match

"Racked with pain, with a lump in our throats and unable to believe that this is true, from CD Tenerife we communicate the tragic passing of Jesus de Miguel Alameda," the club said.

Jesus de Miguel Alameda of CD Tenerife.

Israel to file UEFA complaint against Ireland over coach's 'genocide' remarks

The complaint was also expected to address the treatment of Israeli journalists during press conferences before and after the two countries' Nations League matches.

The UEFA Nations League soccer match between Israel and the Republic of Ireland at Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen, Hungary, September 27, 2026.

Hapoel Tel Aviv captures Toto Cup, continues remarkable resurgence

Goals from Roie Alkukin, Omri Altman and Daniel Dappa put Hapoel 3-0 up before Dor Peretz’s double made for a nervy finish at Bloomfield Stadium.

HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate after defeating Maccabi Tel Aviv 3-2 in the Toto Cup final at Bloomfield Stadium, capturing the club's first top-flight trophy since the 2011/12 Israel State Cup.

A Jewish guide to the MLB offseason

Here’s a quick Jewish guide to the next month in the baseball world.

Sep 22, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Colton Gordon (36) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

'15 minutes of magic': Liel Abada shines with stunning MLS hat-trick

Following a show-stopping performance for Charlotte FC, Abada brought his season tally to 8 goals: "Confidence returned, the feeling is special." Idan Toklomati also earned high praise.

A debut. Abada.

Beating Messi: Ronaldo wins the Ballon d'Or of all time

France soccer magazine has launched a special award to determine the most impressive season in the history of the Ballon d'Or. The Portuguese star's 2008 campaign edged out Messi's iconic 2012.

Soccer Football - Saudi Pro League - Al Hazem v Al Nassr - King Abdullah Sport City Stadium, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia - October 25, 2025 Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo during the warm up before the match

Rappaport and Waldman decline offer to join Maccabi Haifa acquisition bid

High-tech entrepreneurs Assaf Rappaport and Eyal Waldman turned down an offer to join an investor group bidding to purchase the Israeli soccer club, citing no interest in sports investments.

Maccabi Haifa.