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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 | 01.01.26

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 | 12.10.25

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 | 12.10.25

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 | 12.05.25

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 | 11.09.25

Israeli fans banned from Maccabi Tel Aviv match at Aston Villa over security fears

British police advise against allowing Maccabi fans at November 6 Europa League match in Birmingham, citing safety concerns at site of frequent pro-Palestinian demonstrations; UEFA okays decision, overriding standard rules requiring away fan seating

Nadav Zenziper | 10.16.25

International Gymnastics Federation backs Indonesia’s decision to deny visas to Israeli gymnasts

Indonesian media report that FIG officials confirmed support for the government’s visa ban on Israeli gymnasts; Israeli IOC member Yael Arad said she will act through all available channels

Nadav Zenziper | 10.10.25

Indonesia bars Israeli gymnasts from world championships: ‘No entry until Israel recognizes Palestine’

Indonesia announced it will not issue entry visas to Israel’s gymnastics team for the upcoming world championships in Jakarta, saying it will bar entry until Israel recognizes a Palestinian state

Nadav Zenziper, Stav Ifergan | 10.09.25

World Cup qualifier dispute: Israel slams Norway FA head over Oct. 7 silence

Four days before Israel faces Norway in World Cup qualifiers, the IFA accused Norway FA chief Lise Klaveness of failing to condemn Oct. 7 while calling to suspend Israel; Norwegian player Patrick Berg said, 'You can’t ignore the game’s context'

Nadav Zenziper | 10.08.25

UEFA president tells Israel European soccer league remains neutral on expulsion

Head of UEFA made it clear to the chairman of the Israeli association that, despite the various reports, the issue of expelling Israel's national team is not on the agenda at all; FIFA president also sent reassuring message

Nadav Zenziper | 10.03.25

מנור סולומון עם המדים החדשים של נבחרת ישראל

Reebok pulls logo from Israel’s national soccer team jerseys after BDS pressure

Reebok asked to remove its logo from Israel’s soccer uniforms after boycott threats from BDS; The Israeli Football Association vowed to keep its emblem and national flag prominent

Nadav Zenziper | 09.30.25

Report: Eran Zahavi, Israel’s all-time top scorer, to retire from soccer

Israeli star Eran Zahavi, all-time top scorer for the national team and a legend at Maccabi Tel Aviv, is reportedly preparing to retire; After failing to secure a club abroad, the 37-year-old is expected to soon announce the end of his playing career

Nadav Zenziper | 09.28.25

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