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Hapoel Petah Tikva explains: "Omer Katz is not just another player"
Maccabi Haifa offered about half a million shekels and player loans, but Petah Tikva decided to veto the move: "He is a veteran player, a captain, and a leader in the locker room."

UEFA issues ultimatum to Infantino: Resign or face removal
According to The Telegraph, all 55 UEFA member associations are prepared to support a vote of no confidence in the FIFA president following his attempt to sell World Cup commercial rights.

Israel's Youth Handball Team Falls to Portugal, Moves to Lower Group
Israel lost 30:22, finishing the preliminary stage with one point. The team will now fight to avoid relegation and secure a spot in the World Championship.

Youth European Championship: Israel vs. Greece (Live Coverage)
The Israeli youth national team, having lost to Slovenia in the quarterfinals, is out of medal contention at the European Championship but remains focused on securing a spot in the World Championship. To achieve this, Nadav Zilberstein’s squad must defeat Greece today, followed by the winner of the Germany-Turkey match.

Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz discuss potential cooperation
The chairman of the Ra'am faction and a Knesset member from the Yahad faction are expected to hold talks regarding potential cooperation. Segalovitz's spokespeople deny rumors of a merger, suggesting the discussions may be limited to coalition coordination. This move follows their previous joint efforts in combating crime during the Bennett-Lapid government.

Fared Ibrahim to be included in the Hapoel Ramat Gan squad for the match in Netanya
The left-back has officially joined and will be available for the first time this season to Messay Dego for the Toto Cup match (Sunday, 20:00, Sport1). Tomer Haran has started training.

Beitar prepares for Austria Wien, awaiting UEFA decision
The team will resume training ahead of the match in Romania. Early next week, the club expects to learn its punishment following incidents involving fans during the two matches against AEK Larnaca.

Miguel Silva: Beitar's Support Remains, but the Decision is His
The future of Miguel Silva in the Beitar Jerusalem goal has become a major talking point in Israeli football. Despite backing from Almog Cohen, the goalkeeper must regain his form to maintain his status.

“I Asked Golan: Is Bibi Paying Your Salary?”: Lieberman in a Candid Interview
The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman is set to run for Prime Minister, pledging to rehabilitate the economy and implement universal national service. “We will have to repeal all anti-democratic laws passed in the recent legislative blitz,” he stated.

Manor Solomon back in Tottenham lineup for clash against Chelsea
12:45, live broadcast on Sport1: The Israeli continues to earn trust from Roberto De Zerbi. Tonali and Solanke started alongside him, while Palmer, Estevao, and Joao Pedro featured in the opposition's starting XI.

Not only Maccabi Tel Aviv: Hapoel Tel Aviv is also awaiting UEFA punishment
The 'Reds' are set to face disciplinary proceedings following a flare display during their away match against Ludogorets, just one day after receiving a 25,000-euro fine and a two-year suspended sentence.

Report: Daniel Theis leaning towards signing with Maccabi Tel Aviv
According to BasketNews, the German center prefers the offer from the 'yellows' at this stage, despite interest from other teams in Europe. He is expected to earn about $2.5 million per season.

"I woke up and found out what I missed": Palmer fell asleep at halftime of England's game
The Chelsea midfielder, who was left out of Tuchel's squad for the World Cup, admitted that he missed the end of the dramatic 3:2 victory over Mexico in the round of 16: "The game started at 2:00 AM in London."

F.C. Ashdod Demands Expedited Hearing in Ironi Tiberias Infusion Case
The first hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, but the club is requesting an earlier start due to the tight schedule. Lawyer Amit Hadad has also notified FIFA and UEFA.

Ironi Tiberias prepared to take legal action if tribunal fails to dismiss case
The team will appear on Wednesday for the first hearing in the 'infusion affair' and will demand the investigation be disqualified. Slobodan Drapic is among the candidates to replace Eliran Hudeda.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Awaits UEFA Decision: Will the Match Be Open to Spectators?
The verdict regarding penalties for the use of flares and fireworks against Sheriff is expected on Monday. The club clarifies that the suspension of ticket sales for the match against CSKA Sofia does not necessarily mean it will be played behind closed doors.

Tensions in the Gulf: Missiles launched from Iran toward Kuwait and tanker attacked off Oman
The Kuwaiti army announced on Saturday that its defense systems were activated to intercept missiles launched from Iran. Meanwhile, an attack was reported on a tanker 21 nautical miles from Khasab, Oman. These events occur as Washington prepares for potential strikes on Iran following the failure of diplomatic efforts.

The day after Kangwa: Zlatanovic waits for the Serbian empire
He left Serbia for Spain at a young age, after growing up with the bitter rival Partizan Belgrade. With the Zambian already wearing green, Hapoel Be'er Sheva's star needs to find the net for the first time this season.

Under Heavy Fire Behind Enemy Lines: The Communications Officer of the 401st Brigade
Maj. Y., a communications officer for the 401st Brigade, recounts her experience managing complex communication systems in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, and the profound impact of losing her brigade commander, Col. Ahsan Daksa.

Stole an ambulance in Kiryat Yam and claimed: "It was bothering the road"
48-year-old Michael Levin took advantage of the moment the paramedic stepped out to drop off a patient, entered the ambulance, and fled with it to the beach. The police claim he also stole money and property from inside, and his detention was extended by 3 days.

With such a roster, you can certainly dream: will Hapoel Jerusalem go all the way in the EuroCup?
Dror Hoffman and Roi Zuckerman analyzed the intriguing roster being built in the capital: "A combination of players with upside who have not yet been in Europe and hungry players." Watch "Double Dribble".

Djokovic at the Top, Sinner Closing In: Tennis All-Time Prize Money Leaders
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are challenging the records set by the 'Big Three' of world tennis. While they still have a way to go to match Grand Slam titles, they are rapidly climbing the all-time prize money rankings.

Retirement or a New Profession? The Huge Difference Between Club and National Team Coaching
Zinedine Zidane, who took over the French national team, admitted that he had turned down club offers for years for this role. In the football world, managing a national team is often seen as a "pension plan" compared to the daily grind of club management.

Israeli OnlyFans Model to Remain in Custody in Los Angeles
Adva Lavie, known by the alias "Mia Ventura," will remain in custody in Los Angeles. A judge ruled that the model is a flight risk following repeated violations of her release conditions.

Orian Goren played 28 minutes in Barcelona's 2:2 draw in Birmingham
Barcelona finished Friday's friendly match against Birmingham in a 2:2 draw. Israeli teenager Orian Goren made his appearance in the 62nd minute, while Egyptian forward Hamza Abd al-Karim scored a brace for the experimental Barcelona squad.

UEFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Maccabi Tel Aviv, Ticket Sales Suspended
Maccabi Tel Aviv announced on Friday evening that it has suspended ticket sales for the Europa League third qualifying round home match against CSKA Sofia. The move follows a UEFA directive amid disciplinary proceedings regarding the use of pyrotechnics during the match against Sheriff Tiraspol.

"Absurd rumors, they are slandering me": Mbappé's girlfriend is furious
Ester Expósito has decided to put an end to the rumors circulating in recent weeks regarding her personal life and her relationship with Kylian Mbappé. The Spanish actress published a sharp statement on social media, labeling the reports as "false and defamatory" and threatening legal action against those responsible.

Ter Stegen says goodbye to Barcelona, Brandt joins Ajax
Marc-André ter Stegen took off this Friday evening from Birmingham on a private flight to Amsterdam to finalize his move to Ajax. The 34-year-old goalkeeper bid farewell to his Barcelona teammates, while midfielder Julian Brandt has also officially signed with the Dutch club.

"Mixing oil and water": Javier Milei against the Argentine national team players
Javier Milei once again criticized the Argentine national team players for waving the Falkland Islands flag after their victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final. The President argued that football and politics should not be mixed, emphasizing that the struggle for the archipelago must be handled through diplomatic channels.

Former Atlético Madrid and Sevilla player sentenced to prison
The Belgrade Court of Appeals has sentenced Zoran Njeguš, a former player for Red Star, Atlético Madrid, and Sevilla, to two years in prison for money laundering. Njeguš was convicted of handling 650,000 euros received between 2009 and 2010 from the late criminal Vitomir Bajić, knowing the funds were illicit. The money was used to acquire businesses, with the former footballer acting as the...

On the way to the tournament's top five? The wonderful numbers of David Musis and Aviv Aronov
While the youth national team will try to secure the last ticket to the World Championship, its pair of stars continues to deliver outstanding individual performances. Here is the breakdown.

Barcelona acquires Belgian talent for 8.5 million euros: "A promising future"
Barcelona continues to invest in the future, announcing on Friday the signing of 18-year-old Club Brugge winger Jesse Bisiwu. The contract runs until the summer of 2031, with reports indicating a transfer fee of 8.5 million euros and a 20% sell-on clause for the Belgian club.

Jérémy Doku revealed what he really went through at the World Cup: "Pain I have never felt in my entire life"
Jérémy Doku will never forget the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester City winger arrived at the tournament with high ambitions to lead the Belgium national team, but did not expect such a chaotic month. It all began with a respiratory infection that prevented him from participating in the second match of the group stage against Iran, which ended in a 0:0 draw. What no one knew was that the infection...

He would have earned more at Hapoel Tel Aviv: Hezonja returns to the NBA, contract details revealed
The NBA has officially approved Mario Hezonja's contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking the Croatian forward's return to the league after six years. While he is expected to play a significant role in the rotation, the move is a financial step down compared to potential offers in Europe, including from Hapoel Tel Aviv.

Watch the motivational speech of Ran Kozuch: "There is no tomorrow, there is a victory"
Hapoel Be'er Sheva has released the motivational speech delivered by coach Ran Kozuch to his players ahead of their Champions League qualifier against Vikingur. After a 2-1 loss in Iceland, the Israeli champions secured a 2-0 victory in Hungary, advancing to the third qualifying round to face Red Star Belgrade.

Brittney Griner Files for Divorce: "The Relationship Is Irretrievably Broken"
WNBA star Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle, ending their eight-year marriage. According to court records in Fulton County, Georgia, the couple has been separated since July 24, 2026. Griner cited the relationship as "irretrievably broken" and is seeking joint custody of their two-year-old son, Bash.

Doping suspension cancelled due to technical detail: Chelsea player returns immediately
Mykhailo Mudryk has received permission to return to activity immediately. The English Football Association confirmed that the disciplinary proceedings against him for violations of anti-doping rules concluded on Thursday, July 30, 2026, with the consent of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Mudryk, who was supposed to serve his sentence until 2030, accepted responsibility for the violations...

First foreigner in the role: Czech Republic appointed the coach who won Olympic gold
Spanish coach Santi Denia was appointed today (Friday) as the head coach of the Czech national team, becoming the first foreigner to hold the position. The Czech Football Association announced that the 52-year-old coach signed a two-year contract, with an option for a two-year extension.

Italy Suspends Schengen Agreement with Spain Amid Migrant Crisis
The Italian government has officially announced the suspension of the Schengen Agreement with Spain due to an unprecedented migration wave into Ceuta. Approximately 49,000 migrants entered the Spanish enclave within 24 hours.

Llorente responds for the first time to photos with Torres: "There is nothing more masculine"
Close-up photos of Ferran Torres and Marcos Llorente have caused a stir on social media. The Barcelona player and his friend from Atletico Madrid were documented in intimate moments on a yacht in Ibiza, sparking speculation about their relationship.