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אבדיה
Avdija shines as Portland clinches playoff berth in regular-season finale
Portland secured the No. 8 seed with a 122-110 win over Sacramento, as Avdija posted 25 points, 10 assists and six rebounds; Rookie Ben Saraf capped his debut NBA season with 15 points in Brooklyn’s 136-101 loss to Toronto
ynet | 07:27 | 04.13.26
מאמנת אוניון ברלין מארי-לואיז אטה
History in the making: Union Berlin appoints first woman to coach a men’s team in Europe’s top leagues
Marie-Louise Eta takes charge of the Bundesliga side until season’s end, becoming the first woman to coach a men’s team in Europe’s top five leagues, as Union Berlin fights to secure its place in the division
ynet | 13:28 | 04.12.26
ירדן בלוך
Israeli and Iranian face off in chess match despite war, shaking hands in rare moment
Amid escalating Israel-Iran conflict, Israeli player Yarden Bloch meets Iranian opponent who chose to compete despite expected boycott; the two shake hands and play, offering a rare moment of humanity and hope on the global stage
ynet | 22:07 | 03.31.26
אוהדי נבחרת איראן מונדיאל קטאר
Iran will be at World Cup and play in US, FIFA says
President Gianni Infantino stresses that Iran's 'matches will be played where they are supposed to be, according to the draw
AFP | 19:04 | 03.31.26
‘Terror supporters will not preach to me’: soccer player rejects criticism over Lebanon combat footage
Hapoel Hadera captain and IDF reservist Menashe Zalka comes under online fire after footage showed him in uniform in southern Lebanon, prompting calls for FIFA action as he defends his service and says he is proud of his role
Shimon Elbaz | 21:06 | 03.30.26
Israeli rookie Ben Saraf drops career-high 22 in Nets’ 7th straight loss
The 19-year-old guard, continued his strong run with 22 points on 10-of-20 shooting; he missed all five of his 3-point attempts and went 2 for 2 from the free-throw line, adding three rebounds, five assists and two steals in 29 minutes
ynet | 08:55 | 03.23.26
פרננדו אלונסו במכונית אסטון מרטין במרוץ הסיום של פורמולה-1 באבו דאבי
Iran war deals major blow to Gulf’s global sports dominance
For more than a decade, Gulf nations have relied on oil and gas wealth to attract marquee events, athletes and teams, using sports as a tool of soft power; recent events underscore the vulnerability of that strategy to regional instability
Guy Leiba‏ | 13:32 | 03.22.26
מימין: עאטפה רמזאנזאדה ופאטמה פסנדידה מבקשות מקלט איראניות באוסטרליה
‘Still under watch’: concern grows for Iranian soccer players stranded in Australia
Of the seven players who sought asylum, only Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramazanzadeh remain in Australia, now training with Brisbane Roar, as former Iran international Atefeh Moradi voices concern for their safety
ynet | 02:34 | 03.18.26
שרף מול אבדיה
Historic night in NBA as Avdija, Saraf and Wolf share court for first time in Israeli matchup
Portland’s Avdija shines with 18 points in win over Brooklyn as Saraf posts career-high 15 and Wolf adds 8 in first-ever NBA game featuring three Israelis
ynet | 08:30 | 03.17.26
הרשקו
When Shin Bet called, Israeli judoka Raz Hershko fled Uzbekistan and won gold days later in Austria
‘How is this happening to me again?’ Olympic silver medalist Raz Hershko left Uzbekistan overnight after Shin Bet ordered Israel’s judo team to evacuate; days later she stood on the podium in Austria with gold
Stav Ifergan | 16:22 | 03.15.26
ארמנד "מונדו" דופלנטיס
Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for 15th time at event named after him
Duplantis cleared 6.31 meters at the Mondo Classic in Uppsala — an indoor meet dedicated to pole vault — setting his 15th world record and telling the home crowd he was proud to achieve it 'here at home' in front of them
ynet | 02:24 | 03.13.26
דונלד טראמפ
Trump questions Iran’s World Cup participation, citing players’ ‘life and safety’
After Iran’s sports minister said the national team would not take part in the upcoming World Cup, partly hosted by the United States, President Donald Trump responded to the issue in a post on his Truth Social platform
ynet | 20:32 | 03.12.26
נבחרת איראן בכדורגל בגביע אסיה לנשים מול אוסטרליה
Iranian soccer player drops asylum bid in Australia, plans to return home
Seven women's national team members initially sought asylum after refusing to sing Iran’s national anthem before their Asian Cup opener in Australia, prompting fears they could face punishment at home if they returned
ynet | 11:59 | 03.11.26
נבחרת איראן
‘Save our girls’: Iran players defect in Australia after anthem protest sparks fears of retribution
Five Iranian women's national soccer team players moved to secure location and granted asylum visas in Australia after refusing to sing the anthem at the Asian Cup
ynet | 09:00 | 03.10.26
נבחרת איראן
'They are terrified': Will Australia offer asylum to Iran’s women’s soccer team?
Concern is growing for the 26 Iranian players expected to return to Tehran after their silent protest at the Women’s Asian Cup, as exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi, FIFPro and human rights activists warn the team is 'terrified' and call for protection
ynet | 13:43 | 03.09.26
נבחרת ישראל
Israel's national baseball team secures first win at this year's World Baseball Classic
The win in its third appearance at the World Baseball Classic secures its participation in the next tournament
Saar Haas | 10:47 | 03.09.26
Rugby in Israel continues to promote women on and off the field
More women are playing, coaching and leading the sport as the Israel Rugby Union launches new girls’ programs, expands club teams and invests in development amid a global surge in women’s rugby
ynet Global | 05:52 | 03.09.26
נבחרת איראן בכדורגל בגביע אסיה לנשים מול אוסטרליה
'The regime forced them': after silent protest, Iran women’s soccer team sing anthem
Players sing national anthem and salute before Asian Cup match in Australia, days after standing silent against South Korea, as war tensions shadow tournament and protesters rally outside stadium
ynet | 18:23 | 03.05.26
מקס ורסטאפן במירוץ פורמולה 1 בבחריין
Formula 1 Bahrain and Saudi races at risk due to war
Missiles reportedly have struck civilian infrastructure and US bases, including the US Navy base in Manama, Bahrain, in areas where Formula 1 personnel are staying
ynet | 10:23 | 03.05.26
שחקניות איראן
Watch: Iran women's soccer team stands silent during anthem as war rages back home
Before 3-0 defeat to South Korea in the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, Iran’s players stood silent during national anthem; In the stands, fans waved Iranian flags from the pre-Islamic Revolution era 
ynet | 09:46 | 03.03.26
Chery launches new Lepas brand in Europe, eyes Israel
Chinese auto giant positions electrified Lepas SUVs above Jaecoo and Omoda, with local launch expected as market competition and brand crowding intensify
Nir Ben Zaken | 14:48 | 02.27.26
אהבת השם גורדון
Ahavat Gordon returns home with knockout win: ‘IDF soldiers in Gaza watched the fight, it moved me to tears’
Less than 48 hours after his knockout win in Lithuania, Ahavat Gordon says antisemitic messages only strengthened his resolve, declaring he proved a kippah-wearing Israeli can fight proudly on the world stage as IDF soldiers in Gaza watched
ynet | 13:38 | 02.23.26
צבא מקסיקו מתפרש בעיר הבירה לאחר חיסול מנהיג הקרטל
Will cartel leader’s killing in Mexico shadow 2026 World Cup?
After violence forced domestic match postponements, questions grow over security and preparedness in host cities like Guadalajara ahead of the 2026 tournament co-hosted with the US and Canada
ynet | 11:18 | 02.23.26
אהבת השם גורדון
Turkish boxer blames injury for loss to undefeated Israeli star Ahavat Gordon
Ali Koyuncu says early knee injury derailed his game plan and forced his submission; Gordon’s star rises with record 11-0 and tens of thousands of new followers on social media
ynet | 23:31 | 02.22.26
אליסה ליו
From retirement to the top: Alysa Liu's exciting journey to Olympic gold
After a 24-year Olympic drought, Alysa Liu brought the gold medal back to US figure skating with a rare performance; The prodigy who retired at age 16 to live a normal life returned more whole, recording a powerful comeback for herself and the entire country
Yair Kattan | 21:57 | 02.22.26
נבחרת המזחלות
'Proud of the history we made': Israel bobsled team posts statement after Olympic disqualification
Team publishes its version of incident and thanks its supporters: 'It was more important to us that our alternate could compete in the Olympics, but the circumstances under which we made the substitution did not meet the bar that allows a team to make a lineup change'
Ynet | 16:58 | 02.22.26
נבחרת המזחלות הישראלית
Drama at Winter Olympics: Israeli bobsled team disqualified
Team attempted to substitute an athlete in violation of competition rules by submitting a medical claim later admitted to be false; Israel reported the case to the IOC and ordered an immediate suspension pending review
Nadav Zenziper, Stav Ifergan | 07:07 | 02.22.26
Ahavat Gordon
Israeli fighter Ahavat Gordon stops Turkish foe to stay perfect at UTMA 17
Kickboxer scores TKO over Turkey’s Ali Koyuncu in Lithuania bout marked by pre-fight tensions, improves to 11-0 and eyes UTMA title
ynet | 01:57 | 02.22.26
פפ גווארדיולה עם כאפיה
'Not sure if antisemitism': Israeli Manchester City fans struggle with Pep’s Gaza stance
In recent months, Guardiola has repeatedly accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza and has voiced consistent support for Palestinians at public events and award ceremonies
Ze'ev Avrahami | 19:43 | 02.21.26
Bill Mazeroski
Bill Mazeroski, Pirates hall of famer who hit 1960 World Series walk-off, dies at 89
Mazeroski won eight Gold Glove awards at second base and was selected to 10 All-Star teams; he won two World Series titles with the Pirates, the other coming in 1971 when Pittsburgh defeated the Baltimore Orioles in seven games
Reuters | 17:40 | 02.21.26
ואלוורדה
FIFA unveils $75 million plan for Gaza: New soccer fields, academy and national stadium
The international soccer federation will invest $75 million under a plan aimed at helping rebuild the area after extensive destruction, though it remains unclear when work will be able to begin
ynet | 09:47 | 02.20.26
דניקה מייסון
Olympic embarrassment: reporter goes on air drunk, rants about iguanas
Australian reporter Danika Mason admits drinking before a live report from Italy, struggling on air and veering off-topic in viral segment; apologizes, says she fell short of her standards
ynet | 22:33 | 02.19.26
מריה סניוק
Israeli figure skater advances to short program final at Winter Olympics
Maria Seniuk, 20, records score of 58.61 and secures place in final; Adam Edelman and Chen Menachem ranked 26th and last in the 2-man bobsled
ynet | 21:55 | 02.17.26
אדם אדלמן בובסליי אוליפמיאדת החורף
Swiss broadcaster pulls segment after commentator labels Israeli Olympian ‘supporter of genocide’
RTS removes broadcast after presenter shifted focus from the race to bobsledder Adam Edelman's political views; Israeli Olympic Committee says content is broadcaster’s responsibility, demands apology
ynet | 18:43 | 02.17.26
דני אבדיה מטביע באולסטאר
Deni Avdija records Israel’s first points in NBA All-Star Game debut
Alongside the world’s biggest superstars, with the Israeli flag on his back, the forward started both games for the World team, scoring five points in a 37-35 loss to the Stars and adding two assists in a 48-45 defeat to the Stripes, as the Stars won the title and Anthony Edwards was named MVP
Ayala Orel | 03:48 | 02.16.26
אבדיה ולברון
LeBron James praises Avdija for 'exceptional season,' says he’d love to visit Israel
After narrowly missing a starting spot in fan voting — finishing seventh among Western Conference players — Avdija was selected by the conference’s coaches as one of seven reserves, sealing his place in Sunday night’s showcase
Ayala Orel, Los Angeles | 23:26 | 02.15.26
שחקן ה NBA דני אבדיה לקראת היציאה לאליפות אירופה בכדורסל עם נבחרת ישראל, ווינר שוט
Crazy for Deni: This is how Avdija became Israel's most beloved brand
He's not just an All-Star, Deni Avdija is the perfect Israeli story: a player who conquered the highest peak without forgetting for a moment where he came from, the ultimate national idol swept away by a tsunami of admiration
Efrat Amoraban | 10:31 | 02.15.26
שחקן פורטלנד טרייל בלייזרס דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija: There are very few players like him in the world - and he is ours
He keeps shooting through slumps, attacks the paint against bigger defenders and isn’t shy with referees — the mark of a star; Deni Avdija has grown from a 19-year-old finding his way on a losing team into a 25-year-old leader on a winner, and the payoff feels enormous
Yair Kattan | 02:12 | 02.15.26
דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija: 'I feel like I’m playing together with the people of Israel on the court'
Portland forward calls All-Star selection a dream come true as he dons a jersey bearing Israel’s flag and prepares to represent Team World in the league’s revamped format
Ayala El-Or, Los Angeles | 23:21 | 02.14.26
Losing the touch: China moves to kill signature feature of its electric vehicles
Beijing plans to require physical buttons for gear shifts, turn signals and hazard lights, citing safety concerns over driver distraction, in a sweeping shift that could reshape Chinese car design, including models sold in Israel
Tomer Hadar, Calcalist | 18:55 | 02.14.26
Nazi
International Olympic Committee store sells Nazi propaganda T-shirt from 1936 Berlin Olympics
Online shop of the International Olympic Committee offered a shirt featuring imagery from the 1936 Berlin Games, used by Adolf Hitler’s regime for propaganda; German officials condemn move as item quickly sells out
ynet | 14:10 | 02.14.26
נבחרת ישראל
European soccer set to return to Israel in June, UEFA signals | Exclusive
For the first time since October 7, UEFA has made a principled decision to allow Israeli teams to prepare to host European qualifiers at home this summer, pending security conditions and a formal approval expected in June
Nadav Zenziper | 14:15 | 02.13.26
טל ברודי
Tal Brody among finalists for the Basketball Hall of Fame
Legendary former basketball player, an immigrant from the US who led Maccabi Tel Aviv to its first European Cup win, is on the final list of 21 names, including Blake Griffin, Candace Parker and Amar'e Stoudemire
ynet | 13:37 | 02.12.26
שחקני נבחרת ישראל בבייסבול חוגגים מול ניקרגואה
Stronger on paper, tough road ahead for Team Israel at World Baseball Classic
Led by big-leaguers Harrison Bader and Dean Kremer, Israel faces a daunting Pool D lineup in Miami against Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and the Netherlands as it looks to recreate past tournament magic
Liran Friedmann | 07:33 | 02.11.26
איור דונלד טראמפ אולימפיאדת החורף
American athletes at Winter Olympics speak out against Trump, drawing his anger
Creative protests and athletes saying it is hard to represent the US have turned the Winter Olympics into a platform against American immigration policy, drawing an angry response from President Trump
Eliasaph Deuel | 04:52 | 02.11.26
דני אבדיה מול קלי אוברה ופילדלפיה
Deni Avdija on NBA All Star Game: 'Looking forward to seeing the Israeli flag behind my jersey'
The Israeli forward can't wait for the NBA All-Star Weekend and the Israeli fans coming to support him;  'It’s a great milestone and it’s fun, but at the end of the day this is a team sport and there’s still a very long road ahead in my career'
ynet | 22:35 | 02.10.26
A Lambretta scooter
Lambretta returns to Israel after over a decade
Italian brand relaunches with retro-styled models assembled in Thailand, offering 125cc to 300cc scooters starting at NIS 24,000, with nationwide support and a Tel Aviv showroom
Shai Erez | 11:08 | 02.10.26
פייר וולניק
World champion skydiver Pierre Wolnik dies in parachute accident
French freefly icon, a two-time world champion, fell to his death during a jump after his parachute failed to deploy; authorities launch investigation into possible equipment malfunction or operational error
ynet | 20:32 | 02.09.26
מדליה
Embarrassment at the Winter Olympics: 'The medal fell apart'
Social media is buzzing, and not because of performances on the snow: Olympic athletes are posting videos showing the piece connecting the ribbon to the medal breaking apart, as organizers admit the issue is under review
ynet | 17:05 | 02.09.26
אלפרן שנגון
Turkey’s Şengün to make NBA All-Star debut alongside Deni Avdija after online storm
Alperen Şengün has been selected to the NBA All-Star Game in place of the injured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and will play on the international team alongside the Israeli forward
ynet | 20:43 | 02.08.26
Iran's national pin for the 2026 Winter Olympics
Iranian coach called American skier Lindsey Vonn her ‘superhero’ — and hoped to get her pin
The remark came before Vonn crashed out of the games while racing with an injury; Iran’s Alpine women’s skiing coach pleased she traded all her pins so early in the Games, saying it showed that everyone loved them
Associated Press | 19:10 | 02.08.26
Chinese motorcycle Zontes 386
Israel’s two-wheeler market opens 2026 steady, with Chinese motorcycle brands gaining ground
Sales figures as the new two-wheeler year begins present an interesting picture and a surprising name; Is this the beginning of a deeper shift in the two-wheeler market, similar to what has been happening in the car market?
Shai Erez | 04:43 | 02.08.26
הסופרבול
The perfect revenge could be served tonight at the Super Bowl
Back to 2015:  England and Seattle are once again head-to-head in the Super Bowl; Last time, it ended in a game no fan can forget
Zeev Avrahami | 02:03 | 02.08.26
נבחרת המזחלות
Burglary at Israeli bobsled team's training camp: Athlete's passport stolen
Ward Fawarsy was issued a temporary passport to allow him to travel from European training camp to Italy in time for the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games
Stav Ifergan | 22:15 | 02.07.26
הג'ודאי הישראלי יצחק אשפיז
Israel’s next big judo star; stunning medal for 18-year-old Yitzhak Ashpiz in Paris
The Israeli stunned world champion Ryuju Nagayama with an ippon in the quarterfinals; advanced to the bronze-medal bout and defeated South Korea’s Harem Lee on his way to a medal at the prestigious Grand Slam
Stav Ifargan | 19:13 | 02.07.26
אסקובר לאחר השער העצמי מול ארה"ב
Drug trafficker linked to the murder of Andrés Escobar shot dead in Mexico
Thirty-two years after Colombia national team star Andrés Escobar was murdered following an own goal at the World Cup, Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced: “This was a man responsible for the killing.”
Ynet Sports | 18:32 | 02.07.26
סניוק ודגל ישראל
Israel carries its flag as the Winter Olympics open in Milan and Cortina
Spectacular performances, dozens of dancers and a Maria Carey appearance marked the opening of the Winter Olympics, held simultaneously in Milan and Cortina, as boos were heard when the Israeli delegation entered San Siro Stadium
ynet | 01:57 | 02.07.26
פפ גווארדיולה
'Why should I not express what I feel?': Pep Guardiola defends Gaza comments amid backlash
Manchester City manager stands by remarks condemning global conflicts, including in Gaza, after criticism from UK Jewish community; says public figures shouldn’t stay silent on human suffering
ynet | 20:00 | 02.06.26
נבחרת המזחלות
Cool Runnings, Israel-style: the unbelievable story of the Israeli bobsled team
Take an American Jew with a dream, a rugby-playing Druze, a shot-put champ, an Israeli weightlifter, a pole vaulter and a 100-meter sprinter and what do you get? the Israeli bobsled team representing the country at the Winter Olympics
Stav Ifergan | 09:39 | 02.05.26
כביש 4 הפקוק, לכיוון מחלף הדרים - רעננה דרום
Israel car market opens 2026 weakly as Chinese brands surge and EV sales fall
January deliveries fall 11% year on year, but Chinese brands near 40% market share as plug-in hybrids surge and EVs retreat
Noam Rhein | 07:41 | 02.03.26
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