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Maccabi Tel Aviv paid for mistakes: "We can only blame ourselves"
The Yellows are deeply disappointed after scoring three goals against CSKA Sofia, only to be eliminated from the Europa League due to a direct defensive error. They now head to the Conference League playoffs. Socler will be fit for the Lugano match, and Camara will undergo an examination.

"I expected to get more minutes at Beitar Jerusalem, it disappointed me"
Maccabi Netanya striker Dor Hugi spoke on the 103fm sports program about his decision to leave Beitar Jerusalem for Roni Levy's squad.

The new weight on Oded Kattash's shoulders, and the biggest question mark at Maccabi Tel Aviv
The members of "Double Dribble" discussed the intriguing roster built by the yellow-and-blues, specifically the backcourt. Will Lonnie Walker be missed, and who will take the final shot?

Promising boxer passes away at 33 — a decade after tragic fight
Prichard Colon, considered one of the sport's rising talents, was severely injured in 2015 after receiving illegal blows to the back of the head and remained in a coma for 200 days.

Elon Elazar and Kevin Kuzmichev Reach Round of 16 at European Beach Volleyball Championship
The Israeli pair had a perfect day in Poland with victories over a Portuguese and a German pair. In the next stage, they face the pair ranked third in the world.

Miller: "We silenced the crowd through our football. The goal last week was critical"
Despite a great performance this evening (Thursday) on Bulgarian soil, Maccabi Tel Aviv was eliminated from the Europa League qualifiers and will continue its path in the Conference League playoffs. The Yellows won 3:1 against CSKA Sofia, but lost 4:3 on aggregate following the 3:0 defeat last week in Batumi. To ensure a hot winter in Europe, Maccabi Tel Aviv must now overcome Lugano in the...

In Bulgaria they know: "CSKA escaped from hell". The star complimented Maccabi Tel Aviv
Despite a 1:3 victory on Bulgarian soil, Maccabi Tel Aviv was eliminated from the Europa League qualifiers, losing 4:3 on aggregate following a 3:0 defeat in Batumi. The team will now continue its path in the Conference League playoffs against Lugano.

Remembering Batumi: Maccabi Tel Aviv won, but was eliminated from the Europa League
Maccabi Tel Aviv came close to a brilliant comeback in Bulgaria, but a 3:1 victory over CSKA Sofia was not enough to reach the Europa League playoff round. Following the 3:0 loss in Batumi, the Israeli club now moves to the Conference League playoffs, where they will face Swiss side Lugano.

Perfect league record and a hot striker: Maccabi Tel Aviv's next opponent
Maccabi Tel Aviv has participated in the group or league stage in each of the last three seasons. Will they do it for the fourth time in a row? After being eliminated from the Europa League by CSKA Sofia, the team standing in their way in the Conference League qualification playoff round is Switzerland's Lugano, which started the season with seven wins in eight matches across all competitions. The...

When is the Israeli derby? The full NBA schedule for the 2026/27 season has been released
Deni Avdija and his teammates will open on October 21 against Phoenix, the two meetings against Brooklyn will take place towards the end of December. And when will Jaylen Brown return to Boston?

Jared Harper: "I'm coming in better. I believe we will have a great season"
Hapoel Jerusalem is preparing for the start of training for the new season, and this evening (Thursday) the team's star Jared Harper landed in Israel. "I feel good, I believe this season will be different from last season," said Harper. "We have a new coach, I believe we will have a new system, with many new players, so it will take us some time to connect and be together so we can make the right...

Why does Draymond Green think that "basketball fans are terrible"?
The Golden State star criticized the change in attitude towards Westbrook: "For years you said he destroys teams, and now you miss him."

Kanichowsky and Ferencvaros advanced, Salah awaits in the Europa League playoffs
Parallel to the Israeli teams' matches, Ajax secured its place in the playoff round of the Conference League qualifiers despite a 2:2 draw in Ireland against Shelbourne. Oscar Gloukh was rested due to rotation, and the Dutch side advanced thanks to their 3:1 win in the first leg.

Deni Avdija's rating in 2K27, and the stars he is ahead of
Portland's Israeli star received an 88 rating in the new game set to be released next month, placing him 25th in the league. The full list from 100 to 21 is available below.

The flight was waiting, Fulham left: The most bizarre friendly match of the summer
After a 2:2 draw against Malaga, the English refused to participate in the penalty shootout for fear of missing their flight. Alvaro Arbeloa was sent off and the locals celebrated the win wildly.

Gabi Kanichowsky sums up a year at Ferencváros: 'In football, you also need luck'
The midfielder discussed his first season outside of Israel, working with Robbie Keane, and ambitions in Europe: 'Our squad is strong enough to overcome this hurdle.'

Optimism at Maccabi Tel Aviv thanks to Be'er Sheva: "We too must believe"
The Yellows need a big comeback against CSKA Sofia after the 3-0 defeat in the first leg, but the club believes it can be done (21:00, Sport1). Kenny Miller has focused on belief, capitalizing on chances, and reducing errors, with several lineup changes expected.

Yuval Sade signed and made Vietnam attractive for Israelis
After being impressed by the city and the club, the midfielder signed a two-year contract with Hanoi FC and will earn $300,000 net per season before bonuses. Israeli players and coaches are exploring the possibility of following in his footsteps.

After European success: Hapoel Be'er Sheva to revisit foreign player targets
The club believes that qualifying for at least the Europa League and the resulting financial influx will boost efforts to sign a center-back and an attacking midfielder, allowing them to re-engage with players who previously declined offers or were deemed too expensive.

Lionel Messi returned to play, but Inter Miami was eliminated from the Leagues Cup
The Argentine returned to the pitch just hours after mourning his father Jorge, but could not prevent a 3-2 loss to Mexico's Leon. For the first time in his career, 'La Pulga' failed to advance past the group stage.

Mourinho 24th, Simeone 19th: Ranking of Europe's Best Coaches
Former Maccabi Haifa staffer and ESPN commentator Tor-Kristian Karlsen has released his annual list of the top 30 club coaches in Europe. Luis Enrique took the top spot, while the new coach of Anan Khalaili ranked 28th.

Official: Xavi appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands national team
The former Barcelona coach met with representatives of the Dutch Football Association, was preferred over Roberto Martinez, signed until 2030, and stepped into the shoes of Ronald Koeman.

Kenny Miller: "It is not an impossible challenge. There was no miscalculation"
The Maccabi Tel Aviv coach is not losing hope ahead of the return leg against CSKA Sofia (Thursday, 21:00, Sport1): "The key is to prevent unforced errors."

Will Jordi help? The surprising candidate to coach the Netherlands national team
After Arne Slot rejected an offer and other candidates were ruled out, the federation turned to Jordi Cruyff's friend, Roberto Martinez, who could be the first foreigner in the role since 1978.

CSKA Sofia expects over 20,000 fans against Maccabi Tel Aviv
After the 3:0 win in Batumi in a match held without an audience, there is a buzz in the Bulgarian capital ahead of the second leg. How many tickets have been sold so far? (Thursday, 21:00, Sport1)

Ferran Torres will not return to Barcelona training, his transfer to Paris has been agreed
The deal for Ferran Torres' transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain is in its final stages. Both clubs have agreed on a transfer fee of 50 million euros plus bonuses that could bring the deal to 55 million euros.

Oded Kattash's new headache: A wave of absences at Maccabi Tel Aviv
The 'Yellows' will begin training towards the end of next week, but even after completing the roster, the coaching staff will have to manage without six to seven players due to injuries and national team call-ups.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva requested to postpone the Toto Cup match on Saturday - and was refused
The team will face Hapoel Haifa as planned in the ranking match at Sammy Ofer Stadium four days before the first meeting with Sabah. Ran Kozuch will field a secondary lineup.

"Mourinho went crazy. He shouted at us and said we were to blame for everything"
The strained relationship between Jose Mourinho and Iker Casillas, captain of Real Madrid during the coach's first stint at the club, was well known. Now, as part of the Netflix documentary about Mourinho, the two and others who were in the dressing room at the time have revisited the conflict that shook the club. Mourinho said he arrived and found a "fantastic team" at Real Madrid, where Casillas...

From East to Vitor, from the Marakana to Marciano: Heroes of the Night in Belgrade
Ofir Marciano kept another clean sheet, Miguel Vitor helped Itay Rotman shine, Eliel Peretz proved his worth, and Javon East emerged as a "football genius." All the stories behind Hapoel Be'er Sheva's triumphant victory in Belgrade.

"Shame, classless": Abu Fani and Red Star players continue to face criticism
Serbian media did not spare the Red Star Belgrade players following the 2-0 home loss to Hapoel Be'er Sheva and the early exit from the Champions League. The players ignored the mixed zone, failing to provide comments after the match, which sparked widespread outrage in the press.

The moment that changed the summer in Be'er Sheva: "We will return, and nothing will help anyone"
Hapoel Be'er Sheva players testified to a change in the coach's approach after a difficult start to the summer: "He made us understand that we are capable of great things, and we will not give up on the dream."

Rafael Jodar reaches Masters semifinal for the first time in his career
Rafael Jodar reached the semifinals of a Masters tournament for the first time in his career this Tuesday evening. The 19-year-old Spaniard, ranked 15th in the world, achieved this feat in Montreal after a 6:7 (5), 3:6 victory over Frenchman Arthur Fils.

History: Hapoel Be'er Sheva advances to the Champions League playoffs
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is 180 minutes away from a historic qualification for the Champions League group stage. The Israeli champions won 0:2 in Belgrade against Red Star, securing a 0:3 aggregate victory. They will face Azerbaijan's Sabah in the playoff round.

NEC Nijmegen continues its magical journey, Anan Khalaili's team eliminated
Parallel to Hapoel Be'er Sheva's convincing victory in Belgrade, several other interesting results were recorded this Tuesday in the Champions League qualifiers. The surprise came from the Netherlands, where NEC Nijmegen beat Olympiacos 2:1 after extra time (0:0 in the first leg) to advance to the playoff round in their debut season. Captain Tjaronn Chery played the full 120 minutes of the...

Ahead of Lillard and Morant: "Avdija is Portland's first option"
Despite the return of the Blazers star and the arrival of Ja, in the US they believe the ball should be in the Israeli's hands: "He proved what he is capable of achieving".

"Fighter for a fighter": Peter Paltchik received a donation from a surprising source
Natan Levy donated ten thousand dollars to the initiative of the former Olympic medalist, who announced the sale of the gi he wore when he won in Paris to assist ZAKA volunteers.

The striker who left Israel for the second time: "I lived in constant fear"
Mark Costa is thriving at his new team, Vasas, but the war left him with unpleasant memories: "It affected me a lot. Israel was hit"

French National Team Suffers 38-Point Loss to College Squad — Excuses Follow
The Tricolores, in a secondary squad reinforced by Sylvain Francisco and Guerschon Yabusele, were defeated 110:72 by Murray State. The Panathinaikos star tried to explain: "They just threw us together."

"Do not count on me": Alvarez threatens to force a move to Barcelona
The Argentine striker lost patience after failing to meet with Diego Simeone, and reports in Spain suggest he is now ready to push hard to secure a transfer to the Catalan club.