Soccer
Hapoel Tel Aviv eyes Euroleague playoffs while Maccabi prays for spot
Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Fenerbahce 95-80 as the Reds closed in on clinching a playoff spot with a record of 22-13. Meanwhile, a crucial contest awaits Maccabi as its aspirations are questioned.
Israeli pride: Peretz lifts Southampton over Arsenal and into Wembley spotlight
Sounds of silence: Israeli sports return, but minus fans who define them
FIFA does it again: Seats for the 2026 World Cup final listed at near $11,000
Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Yermakov’s resolve in uncertain times
Some foreign players have left Israel and plan to return once the situation calms down. Some, like Georgiy Yermakov, have stayed.
Iranian women's soccer team refuses to sing national anthem, chess player calls out regime
The players' actions came as Israel continued its war against Iran in the form of Operation Roaring Lion. As the war progressed, Israel successfully eliminated many of the country's leaders.
Iran considers withdrawing from 2026 FIFA World Cup due to regional conflict
According to the Spanish sports outlet, Iran is set to participate in the tournament, which will be co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Beitar’s ‘Crazy 8s’: Yitzchaki’s faith rewarded in historic Netanya rout - comment
When Beitar Jerusalem started to score, score, and score some more this week at Maccabi Netanya, you could feel that the floodgates had opened and there was history in the making.
Beitar runs riot over Netanya to remain in title race
Elsewhere, Hapoel Petah Tikva slipped by Maccabi Haifa 1-0 as Mamady Diarra scored the lone goal of the match in the 59th minute to take the points and stay in the Championship Playoff picture.
IOC says FIFA president's presence at Board of Peace inaugural meeting doesn't violate neutrality
The boss of global soccer's governing body, who is also an IOC member, took part in Thursday's meeting of the Board of Peace, which is focusing on reconstruction work in Gaza.
Stav Turiel’s brace leads Hapoel Tel Aviv to win over Hapoel Jerusalem in Premier League clash
In addition, Maccabi Haifa and Beersheba secure wins while Beitar honors former hostage Elkana Bohbot before a goalless draw with Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Noam Shilian’s inspiring journey back to sport
Hapoel Tel Aviv hosted 11-year-old supporter Noam Shilian at training, offering a special moment of connection as he continues rehabilitation from a rare pain condition.
Ireland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion
Ireland and Israel will face each other in September and November 2026, home and away. The FAI had requested in November 2025 that Israel be expelled from UEFA competitions.
Bethlehem soccer pitch becomes unlikely flashpoint in global soccer politics
The pitch, the IDF Central Command claimed, sat too close to the seam zone, alleging that the structure and its occupants provided an observation point too sensitive for its volatile location.
