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FC Barcelona is targeting young Israeli midfielder Orian Goren in its new academy contract strategy designed to protect top La Masia talents from low-clause exits.

FIFA penalizes the Spanish Football Federation with a $20,000 fine and partial stadium closure over discriminatory chants during a friendly against Egypt.

Real Madrid demands the immediate resignation of La Liga president Javier Tebas after he compared the club TV channel's methods to Nazi propaganda.

Endrick starred with a crucial goal and assist as Real Madrid staged a dramatic 4-3 comeback win against Roma in the Champions League, boosting his future under Jose Mourinho.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva fought hard but fell 2-1 away to AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League, leaving the Israeli club with one point after two matches in the league phase.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino apologized to the council for handling World Cup commercial rights talks with private investors, but critics pressed for his resignation.

Lionel Messi provided an assist in Inter Miami's 0:2 win over New York City FC, securing a playoff spot and bringing his season tally to 23 goals and 14 assists.

Daniel Peretz kept his second consecutive clean sheet, helping Southampton defeat Norwich 1:0 and rise to seventh place in the Championship. The Israeli keeper earned widespread praise for his saves.

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Manchester City 4:2 at the Etihad Stadium in the Champions League, despite Erling Haaland scoring a historic brace and setting a new competition record.

Liverpool crushed LASK 6-3 away in the Champions League, sparked by Bradley Barcola's historic first career hat-trick as the Reds rebounded from their recent defeat.

Real Madrid staged a dramatic 4-3 comeback win over Roma in the Champions League, erasing a 3-1 deficit at the Olimpico with late goals from Carlos Espí, Endrick, and Antonio Rüdiger.

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has been suspended for four matches following a red card against Villarreal, ruling him out of the upcoming El Clasico against Barcelona.

Liverpool seeks to bounce back from a defeat against Manchester City as they face LASK in Austria for the Champions League, despite playing with a heavily depleted squad.

Hapoel Beersheba owner Alona Barkat faces a major financial test as her squad takes on AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League, highlighting massive budget disparities.

The UEFA Europa League returns with 17 matches on Thursday, highlighted by Lyon facing Crystal Palace, AC Milan visiting Salzburg, and Juventus playing Celta Vigo.

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez sparked intense backlash from Wayne Rooney and Jamie Carragher after publicly criticizing the club board following a Champions League defeat.

Barcelona crushed Galatasaray 4:1 for their tenth straight win, while Atletico Madrid beat Manchester United 2:0 and Bayern Munich was held to a 3:3 draw by Viking.

Lamine Yamal delivered two brilliant assists as Barcelona came from behind to defeat Galatasaray 4:1 in Istanbul, drawing widespread acclaim from Spanish media.

Israel's women's football team exited the World Cup qualifiers after a 2:0 loss to Switzerland in Sion. The Swiss advanced with a 9:3 aggregate victory over the two legs.

Galatasaray fans displayed anti-Israel banners during their Champions League match against Barcelona in Istanbul, continuing a recurring pattern of political protests at European fixtures.

Jose Mourinho returns to Rome with Real Madrid to face his former club in the Champions League. Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini joked about Mourinho's transfer pull.

Alkmaar authorities have restricted pro-Palestinian protests away from the stadium ahead of Thursday's Europa League match between AZ Alkmaar and Hapoel Be'er Sheva over security concerns.

Manchester United and Atletico Madrid face off in a high-stakes clash as financial powerhouses with contrasting ownership models, revenue streams, and squad valuations collide on the European stage.

Veteran sports journalist Moshe Primo commemorated the 33rd anniversary of Israel's historic 3:2 football victory over France in Paris, recalling the iconic broadcast moment.

Nicky Butt revealed that Michael Carrick considered quitting coaching before taking the Manchester United job. As United struggles domestically, Paul Scholes heavily criticized the squad.

Bayern Munich players faced a disruptive midnight fireworks display outside their hotel in Norway ahead of their Champions League clash against Viking, while captain Manuel Neuer is set to miss the match due to a foot injury.

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has called for severe and prolonged sanctions against Manchester City following their financial rule breaches.

Twenty-five years ago, Lyon goalkeeper Gregory Coupet pulled off arguably the greatest double save in football history against Barcelona at the Camp Nou.

Shino Zuaretz is set to serve another term as Israel Football Association chairman after Issawi Frej's candidacy was disqualified for lacking sufficient endorsements.

Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem could be expanded to 50,000 seats under a revolutionary architectural proposal, aiming to transform it into Israel's national stadium.

Maccabi Haifa management and owner Yaakov Shahar boycotted tonight's match against Hapoel Jerusalem at Teddy Stadium in solidarity with fans protesting police violence.

The UEFA Champions League returns with eight matches on Tuesday, featuring high-stakes clashes including Arsenal against Lille, Galatasaray hosting Barcelona, and Bayern Munich traveling to face Viking.

Real Madrid is reportedly close to extending Thibaut Courtois's contract until June 2028. The 34-year-old Belgian goalkeeper is set to remain at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Oscar Gloukh faces growing criticism in the Dutch Eredivisie as Ajax struggles following a 1-1 draw against NEC. Despite decent attacking metrics, the Israeli midfielder must improve his finishing amid new competition from Simon Adingra.

Beitar Jerusalem cruised to a 4-0 victory over Hapoel Ramat Gan, highlighted by Yarden Shua's return to form with two assists. Almog Cohen's side prepares for a crucial clash against undefeated Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Brazilian club Corinthians has appointed Dutch football legend Clarence Seedorf as its new head coach on a contract until the end of next year, tasking him with saving the team from relegation.

Maccabi Netanya demands a 3:0 technical victory against Hapoel Petah Tikva after their 1:1 draw because Hapoel played with 12 players during stoppage time.

Liverpool hosts Manchester City at Anfield in a high-stakes Premier League clash as the visitors look to extend their perfect start amid ongoing legal scrutiny.

Anan Khalaili suffered a nightmare return for Crystal Palace, scoring an own goal three minutes into the match against Nottingham Forest after recovering from an injury.

Bnei Sakhnin held Maccabi Tel Aviv to a goalless draw, becoming the first team this season to avoid defeat against them. Goalkeeper Raul Belbarau starred in the match, drawing praise and a cash gift from fans.