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Aug 7, 2026
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Football star supports World Cup boycott: "If it is required, it must happen"
Football

Football star supports World Cup boycott: "If it is required, it must happen"

Lucy Bronze has become the first English female footballer to publicly express support for the possibility of boycotting the World Cup as long as Gianni Infantino serves as FIFA president: "For the sake of the future of the game and all the children who will come after us."

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Report: Conversation with Pep Guardiola convinced Rodri to sign with Barcelona
Football

Report: Conversation with Pep Guardiola convinced Rodri to sign with Barcelona

In Spain, it is claimed that the midfielder spoke with the manager during their time together at Manchester City last season and heard from him that the Catalan club would be a better fit than Real Madrid.

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15 years old, 2.29 meters tall: Meet the heir to Victor Wembanyama
Sport

15 years old, 2.29 meters tall: Meet the heir to Victor Wembanyama

Canadian giant Jérémy Gohier has moved to Nanterre, where the French star grew up, and declares without fear: "I want to play like him, shoot like him, and be better than him." The unusual story, the inevitable comparisons, and the potential that intrigues scouts.

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Former NBA star: 'I will register for the WNBA draft'. Watch the video
Basketball

Former NBA star: 'I will register for the WNBA draft'. Watch the video

Enes Kanter is planning a move intended to test the league's policy regarding transgender players: 'If simply declaring who you are is enough, then I meet every threshold requirement'.

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More expensive than ever: Ticket prices for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics revealed
Sport

More expensive than ever: Ticket prices for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics revealed

A ticket to the men's basketball final will reach $3,350, a ticket to the opening ceremony will reach $5,519, and prices for gymnastics, athletics, and swimming are also sky-high.

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Vinicius may yet regret staying at Real Madrid
Football

Vinicius may yet regret staying at Real Madrid

On paper, the Brazilian, Diomande, and Mbappe make up a lethal and frightening trio, but without the ball it could turn into a big problem — one that might make him kick himself for not arriving at the perfect situation that awaited at Arsenal.

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Pressure at Red Star before the return leg against Hapoel Be'er Sheva: "Here it is always life and death"
Football

Pressure at Red Star before the return leg against Hapoel Be'er Sheva: "Here it is always life and death"

Dejan Stankovic will rotate the squad in the league to give his stars a rest before Tuesday: "A loss we didn't expect and apparently weren't ready for."

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EuroLeague? Russell Westbrook continues to wait for an NBA offer
Basketball

EuroLeague? Russell Westbrook continues to wait for an NBA offer

In the US, several candidates that might sign the veteran star were reviewed, but according to ESPN, the most likely option remains Sacramento. The point guard is taking his time.

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Tyrese Asante: "A move this summer is definitely possible, I would be lying if I said there is no interest"
Football

Tyrese Asante: "A move this summer is definitely possible, I would be lying if I said there is no interest"

The Maccabi Tel Aviv player gave an interview to the Dutch media and emphasized: "I will not make a hasty decision, I am happy here. I think I can go very far."

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Argentina will not pressure Messi: "The decision about his future is his alone"
Football

Argentina will not pressure Messi: "The decision about his future is his alone"

Association president Claudio Tapia made it clear that no pressure will be applied on the 39-year-old star to continue until the 2028 Copa America: "Let him continue to enjoy football and decide what is right for him." And what about Scaloni?

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The unusual gift Mohamed Salah received after moving to his new team
Football

The unusual gift Mohamed Salah received after moving to his new team

After a stormy welcome in Turkey, the Egyptian star was surprised by an extraordinary gesture from the mayor of Trabzon, who gave him a plot of land: "Turkey will be less affected by global warming. A wonderful place for your children and grandchildren."

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Report: Barcelona Agrees on Rodri Transfer
Football

Report: Barcelona Agrees on Rodri Transfer

Despite initial reports that a 45-million-euro bid was rejected, sources in Spain now claim Manchester City has agreed to a 50-million-euro deal. The midfielder is expected to sign officially next week.

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Youth handball team continues to surge: fourth consecutive victory at the European Championship
Sport

Youth handball team continues to surge: fourth consecutive victory at the European Championship

The team led by Dor Russo and Asaf Siton defeated Austria 31:22 and will face North Macedonia on Sunday in the battle for ninth place. Yonatan Pelach excelled with 15 goals.

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Women's tennis to require genetic testing for sex determination — and opinions are divided
Tennis

Women's tennis to require genetic testing for sex determination — and opinions are divided

The WTA announced that all players will be required to undergo genetic testing, a move that is sparking debate on the tour. Aryna Sabalenka supported it, Elena Rybakina was reserved, and Coco Gauff warned against turning the issue into a tool to attack the transgender community.

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Silver medal for Maya Bachar at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship
Combat Sports

Silver medal for Maya Bachar at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship

20-year-old Maya Bachar won a silver medal at the Adult Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Abu Dhabi, marking a successful debut in the adult category. Bachar reached the final, where she faced the world champion from the UAE in a match decided only in the final seconds.

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Despite the suspension: Russia retains voting rights in FIFA presidential elections
Football

Despite the suspension: Russia retains voting rights in FIFA presidential elections

The Russian Football Union retains its voting rights in FIFA presidential elections, despite the suspension of its national teams from international tournaments. Gianni Infantino, currently running unopposed, has previously expressed support for reviewing the ban on Russia.

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American big man Nathan Knight signs with Bnei Herzliya
Basketball

American big man Nathan Knight signs with Bnei Herzliya

Last season, the American (29, 2.08m) averaged 10.2 points and 7.1 rebounds per game in China: "The third summer we are trying to bring him."

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Hapoel Be'er Sheva vs. Hapoel Haifa match in opening round to be postponed
Football

Hapoel Be'er Sheva vs. Hapoel Haifa match in opening round to be postponed

The Premier League champion will utilize the option granted by the League Administration to teams reaching decisive European matches. The encounter against Hapoel Haifa was scheduled between two playoff games that will determine the team's European campaign.

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"We were disappointed with Carrington. Lofton is Matan Adelson's baby"
Basketball

"We were disappointed with Carrington. Lofton is Matan Adelson's baby"

Gal Mekel, co-owner of Hapoel Jerusalem, was a guest on the "Double Dribble" podcast and spoke about the turbulent summer, roster construction, and EuroLeague dreams.

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Javonte Hawkins Signs with Hapoel Eilat for the Upcoming Season
Basketball

Javonte Hawkins Signs with Hapoel Eilat for the Upcoming Season

The American guard (33, 1.96 meters), who won the BCL with Bonn against Hapoel Jerusalem, joins Oren Aharoni's team. Last season, he won the Serbian championship.

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"We learned that if a check is written in red pen, it will return from the bank, blue pen - it will be honored"
Football

"We learned that if a check is written in red pen, it will return from the bank, blue pen - it will be honored"

The secret pen of the Maccabi Tel Aviv treasurer, the joint Bar Mitzvah with Giora Spiegel, and the referee who admitted in Yiddish that he invented a penalty at the YMCA stadium to look big in front of Beitar fans. An interview with Michael 'Mackey' Gershovich.

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"A foggy situation": In the USA, there is confusion regarding Lonnie Walker's deal with Denver
Basketball

"A foggy situation": In the USA, there is confusion regarding Lonnie Walker's deal with Denver

Signed for one season or just for training camp? The ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv player is confusing the local media: "One can only speculate. Maybe something else is brewing there."

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Enough with the excuses: how long will Beitar Jerusalem pay "tuition fees"?
Football

Enough with the excuses: how long will Beitar Jerusalem pay "tuition fees"?

It's already the third week dragging on in a continuous lethargy. The chiseled facial features of Bellingham have long been forgotten alongside the sweaty mane of Cucurella, and we are gathering again in front of the screen to understand if we will catch a cold again this winter or if a "warm winter" awaits us. Well, it's not that Doron Jamchi is still warming up the handle and Burko Radovic is...

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Ahead of training camp: basketball imports begin arriving in Israel
Basketball

Ahead of training camp: basketball imports begin arriving in Israel

Basketball Super League team practices are set to officially begin next week. Last night, the first import of the 2026/27 season, Maccabi Ashdod's Nigerian center Qudus Wahab, arrived at Ben Gurion Airport.

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The trend continues: Former NBA champion joins Ipswich ownership
Football

The trend continues: Former NBA champion joins Ipswich ownership

Udonis Haslem announced that he has purchased shares in the Premier League club, joining LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and other NBA stars who have already invested in football clubs: "This is the club I want to be a part of."

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"Roy Revivo should have drawn the line, that is how one should conduct themselves"
Football

"Roy Revivo should have drawn the line, that is how one should conduct themselves"

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv defender Dadi Ben Dayan spoke on 103fm about the star's future. Gil Vermouth added: "Maccabi is being emptied of stars, the lineup is not good enough".

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Lucas Ventura's agent: "He loves Hapoel Be'er Sheva very much and is staying for now"
Football

Lucas Ventura's agent: "He loves Hapoel Be'er Sheva very much and is staying for now"

Alongside his comments regarding Douglas Awuo, football agent Stav Hachmon addressed another of his clients yesterday — Hapoel Be'er Sheva star Lucas Ventura, and the possibility of him leaving following the arrival of Kings Kangwa. "As far as I understand at the moment, he is staying," Hachmon said in an interview with the 103fm sports show.

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Legendary Israeli coach and player Shimon Shelah passes away at 94
Basketball

Legendary Israeli coach and player Shimon Shelah passes away at 94

Former Israel national team coach and player Shimon "Chinga" Shelah passed away on Thursday at the age of 94. Shelah was one of the most decorated figures in Israeli basketball history, recording 251 wins in 329 games, four league championships, and two State Cups.

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Altman the ace, Alkokin the joker, the crowd is the whole package: The magic of Hapoel Tel Aviv
Football

Altman the ace, Alkokin the joker, the crowd is the whole package: The magic of Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Tel Aviv arrived well-prepared for their match against Poland's Katowice, continuing their dominant run in Europe this season. Following a 0:2 victory, the players reflected on their performance: "We knew almost everything about them, but it mattered less because we played our own game, just like against Ludogorets. When we are focused and stick to the instructions, we are a very strong...

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Not just Lonnie Walker: Another Super League player signs an NBA contract
Basketball

Not just Lonnie Walker: Another Super League player signs an NBA contract

A significant number of players with NBA experience have arrived in the basketball Super League this season, but within 24 hours, two players who competed in Israel last season have moved to the world's top league. Following Lonnie Walker's move from Maccabi Tel Aviv to Denver, it was announced overnight that Terrell Brown Jr., who finished the season with Maccabi Ramat Gan, has signed with the...

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A huge failure: Maccabi Tel Aviv is not ready for the season
Football

A huge failure: Maccabi Tel Aviv is not ready for the season

A great sense of failure at Maccabi Tel Aviv following a 3-0 defeat to CSKA Sofia in the first leg of the Europa League third qualifying round. The club admits it was one of their worst European performances in years, and they now face a difficult task in the return leg in Bulgaria.

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CSKA Sofia star warned: "Maccabi Tel Aviv will arrive angry"
Football

CSKA Sofia star warned: "Maccabi Tel Aviv will arrive angry"

Great excitement at CSKA Sofia after the impressive 3:0 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv in Batumi, Georgia. Sporting director Valentin Iliev praised his players and declared: "There is no reason why we won't see more high-level reinforcement players joining us. This game is a milestone, we can build on this."

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The Red House: Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Katowice 0:2
Football

The Red House: Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Katowice 0:2

After being the best home team in the league, Hapoel Tel Aviv is also impressing in its European "home" in Hungary. Just like against Ludogorets, the Reds beat the Polish side Katowice 0:2 and secured a nice advantage ahead of the return leg in the third qualifying round of the Conference League. Turiel (5) and Alkokin (18) scored.

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58 minutes for Oscar Gloukh in Ajax's 3:1 win over Shelbourne in the Conference League qualifiers
Football

58 minutes for Oscar Gloukh in Ajax's 3:1 win over Shelbourne in the Conference League qualifiers

The Israeli returned to earth after the wonderful hat-trick against Vojvodina and was not involved in the goals against the Irish. 90 minutes for Rotem Keller in Debrecen's 3:0 loss to Copenhagen.

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Anger over the trade, Tatum and the goal: Brown presented at the Sixers and opened up about everything
Basketball

Anger over the trade, Tatum and the goal: Brown presented at the Sixers and opened up about everything

Philadelphia's new star admitted he has yet to process the move from the Celtics, shared about his relationship with his former partner and clarified: "What interests me is a championship."

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Miller does not give up: "We left ourselves a mountain to climb, but it is not over"
Football

Miller does not give up: "We left ourselves a mountain to climb, but it is not over"

The Maccabi Tel Aviv coach admitted that the painful loss exposed quite a few problems, but promised to arrive differently for the second leg. Itamar Noy: "We still believe, we will need to be at our best"

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The qualifiers are set: Ashdod will face Bnei Yehuda in the Toto Cup semi-finals
Football

The qualifiers are set: Ashdod will face Bnei Yehuda in the Toto Cup semi-finals

The group stage of the Toto Cup in the National League concluded this Thursday with Hapoel Acre, Maccabi Herzliya, Bnei Yehuda, and Ashdod advancing to the semi-finals.

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The ugly breakup behind him? Simmons is flirting with Philadelphia again
Basketball

The ugly breakup behind him? Simmons is flirting with Philadelphia again

The Australian posted a picture of LeBron shoes and brought his name back into the conversation surrounding the Sixers, after having already stated that he would consider returning. However, salary cap restrictions make the move difficult.

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Official: Vinicius has extended his contract with Real Madrid until 2032
Football

Official: Vinicius has extended his contract with Real Madrid until 2032

The end of a long saga: the star met with club officials and agreed to the new offer submitted to him — much to the regret of Arsenal. He is expected to earn about 24 million euros per season.

Aug 6, 2026
23:52Walla
Eyes on Sofia: Maccabi Tel Aviv conceded three and is in deep trouble
Football

Eyes on Sofia: Maccabi Tel Aviv conceded three and is in deep trouble

Maccabi Tel Aviv is in deep trouble this Thursday in the Europa League qualifiers, following a 3:0 defeat against CSKA Sofia in the first leg of the third qualifying round. Kenny Miller's squad arrived with a depleted roster and had to improvise, resulting in missed opportunities and a heavy loss.

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