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Glorious career ends: Eran Zahavi announces his retirement from professional soccer
Eran Zahavi, one of Israel’s greatest-ever soccer players, announced his retirement at age 38; In an Instagram post, he thanked the sport that shaped his life, ending a 19-year career with 438 goals, 19 titles, and a legacy as a true icon of Israeli soccer
Nadav Zenziper | 11:14 | 01.01.26
שחקן פורטלנד טרייל בלייזרס דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija sits seventh in West NBA All-Star fan voting, ahead of LeBron and Durant
The Israeli forward sits ahead of stars including LeBron James and Kevin Durant in early fan returns, but his path to the All-Star Game remains uncertain under the league’s multi-stage selection process
ynet Global | 22:18 | 12.29.25
כריסטיאנו רונאלדו מעניק לנובאק ג'וקוביץ' את תואר "גלוב ספורט"
Ronaldo named Middle East Player of the Year, awards Djokovic, and promises to reach 1,000 goals
Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic became the first-ever recipient of the ‘Globe Sport’ award presented by Ronaldo: 'Even though we come from different sports, we can support each other and show future generations that there are no limits.'
ynet | 23:37 | 12.28.25
סרגיי שפיצין
'His dream was to fly; God heard him and gave him angel’s wings': the tragic death of an extreme sports legend
To thousands of fans, Sergey Shipitsin was a fearless parkour icon; at home in Ashdod, a gentle soul who inspired children, loved plants and his stepdaughter; after dying in a paragliding accident at 35, his family takes comfort knowing he lived and died on his own terms
Stav Ifergan | 10:18 | 12.26.25
רום כרמי
24 hours, one endless loop: Spartanion pushes runners beyond every limit
On January 1, over 100 athletes will take on the Spartanion in Tel Aviv’s Yarkon Park; 24 hours of nonstop running around a looped track, where a grandmother, a wounded veteran and a barefoot runner push the limits of human endurance
Meshi Ayad | 09:05 | 12.26.25
ריץ' פול
LeBron James’ agent: 'If I want the single last shot, I’m taking Michael Jordan'
LeBron James’ agent, made a surprising remark about his client, saying that Jordan is his choice for the final shot, but LeBron is the better player to build a team around — 'no question about it'; Lebron has incurred personal cost for playing on Christmas
ynet | 23:26 | 12.24.25
אנאדולו אפס - הפועל ת"א אלייז'ה בראיינט
EuroLeague moves Israeli home games abroad despite post-war return plan
Despite earlier approval for Israeli teams to resume hosting, EuroLeague relocates Hapoel Tel Aviv’s clash with Anadolu Efes to Bulgaria and Hapoel Jerusalem’s EuroCup game to Serbia, citing recommendations by local authorities
ynet | 08:40 | 12.23.25
הדמיה של אצטדיון המלך חסן השני
Morocco’s road to the World Cup paved with large-scale culling of stray dogs
Ahead of the 2030 World Cup, Morocco aims to clear its streets of stray dogs, with authorities projecting the elimination of 99 percent of them through shootings, poisonings and other brutal methods, as outrage grows but intervention remains absent
Zeev Avrahami | 05:55 | 12.22.25
בעלי הפועל ת"א עופר ינאי
Panathinaikos fan assaults Hapoel Tel Aviv owner in EuroLeague game: 'dirty Jew'
After a loss at OAKA, local fan shoved Ofer Yannay and hurled an antisemitic slur while pointing at his kippah; Panathinaikos revoked the fan’s season ticket for life and filed a police complaint
Efrat Amoraban | 01:37 | 12.19.25
פוקה נקואה לוס אנג'לס ראמס
NFL star apologizes for making antisemitic gesture during live broadcast
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua said he did not know what the gesture meant; NFL: 'The continuing rise of antisemitism must be addressed across the world, and the NFL will continue to stand with our partners in this fight'
ynet | 22:59 | 12.18.25
דני וולף
NBA G League stop turned springboard for Israeli upstarts Danny Wolf, Ben Saraf with Nets
Both young players emerged stronger, sharper, and now key parts of the Brooklyn Nets’ rotation, defying expectations and hinting at a bright future for Israeli talent on basketball’s biggest stage
Yair Kattan | 13:05 | 12.15.25
Matan Krakow lifts the European Poker Tour trophy
Israeli hits €778K jackpot in dramatic comeback at European poker championship
Veteran Israeli player Matan Krakow outlasts a 1,224-player field to win EPT Prague and €778,255 payday; co-author of Eli Elezra’s autobiography, he calls the title a dream come true after stepping back from poker to focus on family
Elyasaf Deuel | 23:34 | 12.14.25
מהדי טרמי חלוץ נבחרת איראן למונדיאל הביע תמיכה בטוויטר בהשמדת מדינת ישראל
Iran star striker faces US visa hurdle ahead of 2026 World Cup over anti-Israel post
Military ties to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and a past anti-Israel post may block Mehdi Taremi from entering the US, raising fears he could miss the tournament; Iranian officials warn more players and staff may also face visa issues
ynet | 04:28 | 12.12.25
Hundreds of Porsches disable themselves in Russia after faulty theft alert
Satellite tracking system mistakenly flagged reception loss as theft attempt, shutting down hundreds of cars; drivers found their engines unresponsive and, with no support from company due to war with Ukraine
Raphael Kahan | 01:36 | 12.11.25
שוטרים ומחאה פרו-פלסטינית מחוץ לווילה פארק לפני המשחק של מכבי ת"א מול אסטון וילה
UK lawmakers demand answers after police barred Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa match
British Parliament’s Home Affairs Committee seeks clarification from West Midlands Police and football policing chiefs over the decision to block Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from Villa Park; focus is on a senior officer’s claim of Jewish community opposition that was later withdrawn
ynet Global | 21:12 | 12.10.25
רונלד אראוחו
Barcelona's Ronald Araujo takes mental health break, finds refuge in Israel for spiritual journey
Struggling with depression and anxiety after high profile mistakes, Barcelona vice captain Ronald Araujo was granted open ended leave and flew to Israel for a faith based retreat, challenging soccer’s culture of silence around mental health
Zeev Avrahami | 17:05 | 12.10.25
שחקני נבחרת הנוער של ישראל חוגגים
Israel loses hosting of 2027 U-19 Euros to Czech Republic over security concerns
UEFA says two years of war-induced instability prevented Israel from meeting hosting requirements; soccer association chief vows Israel will return to host major events
Nadav Zenziper | 12:58 | 12.10.25
טליה זומר
Talia Sommer is first Israeli player to join US National Women's Soccer League
Israel national team midfielder, 21,  signed with Gotham FC in New Jersey, considered one of the best in women's soccer worldwide: 'I’m living a dream today' 
Nadav Zenziper | 00:56 | 12.10.25
McLaren driver Lando Norris
McLaren’s Lando Norris clinches first F1 championship title at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Norris sealed his first Formula 1 championship with a third-place finish in Abu Dhabi, edging Max Verstappen by two points despite the Red Bull driver winning the race, and becoming Britain’s first champion since 2020
ynet | 17:31 | 12.07.25
US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Iran to play at least one FIFA World Cup game on US soil
Iran will open the World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Seattle or Inglewood, California, as visa disputes, recent US airstrikes and long-standing political tensions add diplomatic strain ahead of the 2026 tournament
Associated Press | 03:05 | 12.06.25
פריד
American investor group agrees to $80 million deal for Maccabi Haifa
Israel's biggest soccer sale is taking shape: Adam Freed's US group will buy Maccabi Haifa for $80 million; it will first purchase the Kaz family's 50% stake, then Yaacov Shahar's shares after a two-year transition; management stays, budget steady
Nadav Zenziper | 02:24 | 12.05.25
שיינא וספי
Israel’s sole Paralympic Winter Games representative: 'I want to put the Israeli flag everywhere I can'
After losing her cousin in Gaza, her beloved grandmother and suffering a serious injury, amputee skier Sheina Vaspi retreated to Thailand to regroup, and is now determined to push through to the Paralympic Winter Games
Stav Ifergan | 21:02 | 12.03.25
Chinese automakers seize a third of Israel’s car market
Importers report 283,587 new cars delivered in 11 months, up 9% year over year; Chinese brands capture one-third of the market as Toyota, Hyundai and Kia hold top spots and more than half of new vehicles feature electric or hybrid power
Noam Rhein | 04:07 | 12.03.25
אוהדי נבחרת איראן
Iran holds briefing with national soccer team on war with Israel during World Cup 2026
Iranian soccer officials, coaches and players are set to receive security briefings on how to act should a war with Israel break out during the 2026 FIFA World Cup; Iran's believes Israel would avoid launching attack while US is hosting tournament
ynet | 19:55 | 12.02.25
קובי אורן
Israeli runner shatters limits with 5,500 km ultra race: ‘I broke the boundary of human ability’
Kobi Oren, 53, ran for 54 straight days, averaging 20 hours and two and a half marathons daily, covering 3,417 miles — the distance from Tel Aviv to Bangladesh; he is the only person to complete the feat, calling it 'hard to grasp'
Avinoam Porat | 14:09 | 12.02.25
ליטא - נבחרת ישראל משחק הכנה
UEFA weighs action on Israel amid pressure from pro-Palestinian campaigners
Senior UEFA officials reportedly met with organizers of Game Over Israel as calls mount to suspend the Jewish state from international competitions
ynet | 19:46 | 12.01.25
אבדיה
Awsome: Deni Avdija has record stats in loss to Thunder
After another stellar performance — 31 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists — in Portland’s loss to Oklahoma City, Israeli forward became just the second player in NBA history to record 30 points in each of his first four career triple-doubles; 'I’m just having fun'
ynet | 12:43 | 12.01.25
דני אבדיה
Success on and off the court: Deni 'Turbo' Avdija is launching his own ice cream brand
Israeli forward, who is having a breakout NBA season with the Portland Trail Blazers, surprised everyone by announcing the launch of an ice cream brand called 'Turbo,' a nod to his nickname; it will first be sold in Israel and then in the US
ynet | 13:20 | 11.30.25
International Desert Marathon in Eilat
15 years of desert magic: International Desert Marathon in Eilat draws thousands
Eilat Desert Marathon's 15th edition turned Eilat and the southern Arava into a global running festival, with runners from Israel and around the world tackling desert trails, and a festive family race honoring local war victims and remembrance events
ynet Global | 09:08 | 11.29.25
אאונישיקי אראטה
The Ukrainian sumo wrestler who fled war now taking Japan by storm
Big in Japan: Ukrainian-born sumo wrestler Aonishiki Arata, who fled the war in Ukraine, won Japan’s Kyushu tournament and is set to become an 'ozeki; arriving broke in 2022, he rose rapidly through the ranks, becoming a national sensation and symbol of hope
Zeev Avrahami | 05:28 | 11.29.25
מרוץ הגמלים
UAE saddles up for revival of camel racing in Israel's Negev to boost Bedouin heritage
In a symbolic show of cultural diplomacy, the UAE ambassador met with Arad’s mayor and Bedouin leaders to support heritage-focused projects, including camel racing; the meeting follows Israel’s first state-sponsored camel race in 2024
Ilan Levinsohn | 15:57 | 11.27.25
דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija erupts for 37, but Blazers fall in in‑season tournament loss
Portland is bounced from the NBA Cup despite a dazzling night from the Israeli superstar, who posted 37 points and eight assists in one of his best NBA performances; San Antonio pulled away late behind De’Aaron Fox’s 37 to secure its spot in the next round
ynet | 10:42 | 11.27.25
יוליה סצ'קוב
Egyptian opponent fails to show for bout against Israeli kickboxer at World Championship
Yulia Sachkov advances to of World Kickboxing Championship semifinals in Abu Dhabi after her opponent did not enter the ring; 'Painful that Egypt — with which we have a peace agreement — does not respect the peace treaty or our athletes'
Stav Ifergan | 20:39 | 11.26.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם שחקני צ'לסי
Between Ronaldo and FIFA: Trump’s risky romance with global sport
From Gianni Infantino’s strategic embrace to Cristiano Ronaldo’s White House visit, President Trump is tightening his grip on sports to project power, visibility and a new political narrative; even a trail runner’s cheating case ended in a pardon
Zeev Avrahami | 19:38 | 11.24.25
Alona Ben Natan
Female Israeli motorcyclist Alona Ben Natan wins championship in FIM Bajas World Cup
After placing second in Dubai, Israeli motorcyclist Alona Ben Natan secures the women’s FIM Bajas crown, breaking barriers as Israel’s first top-level rally competitor
Gabriel Colodro/The Media Line | 05:34 | 11.24.25
דני אבדיה
Deni Avdija has become a true NBA star and there's nothing that can stop him now
Faster, more accurate, more aggressive and much more beloved: Deni Avdija has become a true NBA star and no, even All-Star is no longer a dirty word
Yair Kattan | 04:28 | 11.23.25
הפגנה בבולוניה לפני המשחק של מכבי ת"א נגד וירטוס
Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with police in Bologna ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv game
Thousands marched in Bologna ahead of the EuroLeague match between Virtus and Maccabi Tel Aviv, firing fireworks at police as officers responded with tear gas; the clashes occurred far from the arena, which was heavily secured
ynet Global | 22:03 | 11.21.25
אלן הווארד מיליארדר בריטי מנהל משא ומתן לרכישת מניות בהפועל ת"א כדורסל
UK billionaire Alan Howard in advanced talks to buy 15% stake in Hapoel Tel Aviv for NIS 40M
Today, 81 percent of the club is held by businessman Ofer Yanai through his company Adom Nihul Sal, while the supporters’ association controls the remaining 19 percent
Efrat Amoraban | 12:41 | 11.21.25
ישראל פרמייר טק
Israel Premier Tech to rebrand as NSN Cycling Team after season of protests
The WorldTour squad will adopt a new name and structure under a joint venture led by NSN and Stoneweg, shifting its registration to Switzerland and operations to Spain following sponsor withdrawals and repeated pro-Palestinian demonstrations
Ynet | 23:55 | 11.20.25
אוהדי מכבי ת"א
Birmingham police inflated hooliganism allegations to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans, report says
The Jewish Chronicle says internal files contradict Birmingham police claims that led to banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the Aston Villa match, sparking cross-party calls in Britain for an independent investigation into the 'shameful saga'
ynet | 12:51 | 11.20.25
אבדיה
Deni Avdija erupts for 32-point triple-double in wild Blazers comeback
Deni Avdija delivered his third career triple-double with 32 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists as Portland erased a 21-point deficit in the final quarter, only to fall 122–121 to Chicago on Nikola Vucevic’s buzzer-beating three
ynet | 07:53 | 11.20.25
רונאלדו
Ronaldo visits White House. Trump: 'My son is a huge fan'
The 40-year-old Portuguese soccer superstar  attends White House black-tie dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump in honor of Saudi Crown Prince; Trump: 'Thank you for being here, it's an honor'
ynet | 11:48 | 11.19.25
פפ גווארדיולה
Pep Guardiola sparks outrage with new remarks on Israel: 'We allowed a people to be wiped out'
Manchester City manager intensified his criticism of Israel in a new interview ahead of a Catalonia–Palestine match in Barcelona, saying world 'abandoned' the Palestinians and allowed 'irreversible harm'
ynet correspondents | 21:24 | 11.17.25
Alona Ben Natan
Israeli motorcyclist will race past dunes and prejudice at UAE’s Baja World Cup
Alona Ben Natan enters the Dubai International Baja aiming for a global title and carrying a message shaped by resilience, loss and a belief that human connection can survive even when governments clash
Gabriel Colodro/The Media Line | 15:02 | 11.17.25
More than just rubber: the tire tech that changes everything
Audi invited us to track-test two identical RS3s—one with ultra-sporty tires, the other with even grippier rubber; the result? A revealing drive with plenty to report
Nir Ben Zaken | 14:23 | 11.15.25
גינת ומדר
IDF commander apologizes to Hapoel Tel Aviv over using players' names in military drill
After paratroopers named training targets after Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball players, brigade commander calls team CEO to apologize; invited to derby match as gesture of goodwill
Efrat Amoraban | 12:57 | 11.15.25
עתליה נבו
The Paralympic triathlete who races hand in hand with Parkinson’s
Atalia Nevo, a 52-year-old Israeli triathlete with Parkinson’s, is breaking ground in Paralympic sports. Despite invisible symptoms and past misdiagnoses, she’s ranked fifth globally and training for the 2028 Games, determined to redefine what’s possible; 'When life gives you lemons, make lemonade'
Stav Ifergan | 19:30 | 11.13.25
Eilat Marathon
Eilat Desert Marathon 2025 to mark 15 years with thousands of runners from around the world
Eilat Desert Marathon offers runners a unique challenge across the Arava desert’s rugged trails, combining sport, nature, and tourism against the backdrop of the Edom Mountains and the Gulf of Eilat
ynet Global | 08:17 | 11.12.25
מאיירס בדרך לעוד שתי נקודות
'The Jewish Jordan': Abby Meyers set for debut with Israel’s national basketball team
26-year-old, who recently received Israeli citizenship, joined team after breakout season with Maccabi Bnot Ashdod, where she led club to historic triple crown — the league championship, State Cup and Winner Cup — and was named league MVP
Raanan Weiss | 07:50 | 11.12.25
Israeli flag replaced with Palestinian flag during fencing competition in Spain
Flag switch discovered after several hours; event organizers call local police, who do not locate the perpetrators despite act being filmed and posted on social media; Israel's young athletes 'shouldn't have to go through this,' says fencing association chief
Stav Ifergan | 18:32 | 11.11.25
Hapoel Lev Park HaKerem Jerusalem
Developers team up with women’s basketball club in major Jerusalem sponsorship deal
Real estate firms Donitz-Elad and Ofer Investments will sponsor Hapoel Lev Jerusalem women’s basketball team for 2025-26 season, renaming it Hapoel Lev Park HaKerem Jerusalem and pledging support for women’s sports and community development
ynet Global | 19:16 | 11.10.25
דניאל נרודיצקי
The final move: the tragic end of a chess prodigy
The pandemic made chess a global sensation, and Daniel Naroditsky became its brightest digital star; but after relentless online harassment and unfounded cheating accusations, the game he loved—and helped revive—became the one that broke him
Zeev Avrahami | 21:16 | 11.09.25
שחקני נבחרת ישראל
Despite ceasefire, Israel faces renewed threat of expulsion from FIFA and UEFA competitions
Several European associations - including Ireland, Turkey, Slovenia and Norway - are promoting an initiative to suspend Israeli teams; The reason: Israeli clubs playing across the Green Line, and the failure to implement an anti-racism policy; Israeli chairman Shino Zuaretz is conducting urgent talks with the UEFA president to prevent vote; 'If it goes to a vote—the outcome is obvious'
Nadav Zenziper | 14:46 | 11.09.25
דונלד טראמפ בסופרבול בניו אורלינס
Trump Field?: President reportedly pushes to name $3.7B Commanders stadium after himself
The Washington Commanders are planning to build a new $3.7 billion stadium and, according to ESPN, White House sources say efforts are underway to name it after the president; The problem? It's not clear that it is even within the club's authority
ynet Global | 14:01 | 11.09.25
דני אבדיה
Another impressive game from Deni Avdija wasn’t enough for Portland
Israeli forward tied season high in points and delivered another outstanding individual showing: 33 points (12-of-21 from field, 3-of-9 from three, and 6-of-7 from free-throw line), 11 rebounds, 8 assists and a block in 37 minutes on the court
ynet | 08:30 | 11.09.25
חביב
Israeli jiu-jitsu champion wins gold after Kazakh rival kicks him, refuses handshake | Watch
Israeli athlete Omri Haviv won gold at the jiu-jitsu world championship in Bangkok after his Kazakh opponent lost control, kicked him, and refused to shake his hand; Federation chair: 'Nothing sweeter than ending with gold and Hatikvah'
Stav Ifargan | 18:08 | 11.07.25
Avdija leads Trail Blazers to stunning comeback win over Thunder with near triple-double
Portland rallied from a 22-point deficit to hand Oklahoma City its first loss after eight straight wins; the Israeli forward totaled 26 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists
ynet | 08:19 | 11.06.25
שחקן אוניברסיטת יוסטון עמנואל שארפ
Record number of Israeli players open US college basketball season with strong performances
Emanuel Sharp scored 24 points for Houston, Shon Abaev impressed with 18 in his Cincinnati debut, and Ethan Burg added key assists for Tennessee as Israeli players made a strong impact in the opening games of the US college basketball season
ynet | 09:14 | 11.05.25
סר דייויד בקהאם וויקטוריה בקהאם
David Beckham officially Knighted by King Charles in long-awaited British honor
Eleven years after first being nominated, football icon David Beckham was knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle for his contributions to British sport and society; 'I couldn’t be prouder,' said the former England and Manchester United star
ynet correspondents | 03:13 | 11.05.25
שוטרים מחוץ לווילה פארק
Nearly 1,000 police deployed in Birmingham ahead of Aston Villa–Maccabi Tel Aviv match
West Midlands Police will also use drones, dogs, horses, and 'protest liaison officers' at the game, from which visiting fans are banned
ynet | 02:21 | 11.04.25
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