Conference League

Maccabi Haifa Amputees won the first-ever EAFF Conference League trophy on Friday after a 4:0 victory over Scottish club AYR in Bucharest.

The Israeli commented on the league phase draw for Ajax, identified Atalanta and Getafe as the key matches, and clarified that they are aiming high in Amsterdam: "We are really talking about winning."

Elyaniv Barda's team ("a big disappointment") lost 1-0 in Miskolc and ended their European campaign. Altman: "We felt we could do it, from the first minute." In Italy, they praised the Reds: "A tough hurdle."

The Israeli came off the bench and did not influence his team's 5:3 win over Sion (9:5 on aggregate). A brace for Tolu Arokodare. Kanichowsky watched his team complete the job against Mohamed Salah. Red Star, without Abu Fani, collapsed again.

Not ready for the season: Despite leading against 10 players following a Peretz penalty goal (69'), the Yellows ended their European run after a 3:2 aggregate loss. Moncada equalized (79').

The 'Yellows' suffered a severe professional disappointment in the Conference League qualifiers, but the real damage is becoming clear with a massive loss of revenue of tens of millions of shekels that could have been avoided at the last moment.

Conference League, qualifying playoff: After the 0:0 in the first leg, the Reds will try to cause an upset and qualify for the league phase of a European competition for the first time since the 2012/13 season.

Assembled from players across the globe, Hapoel Tel Aviv's defensive line has become the league's best. Now, the team hopes this reliability will help them overcome Atalanta in the Conference League following a 0-0 draw in the first leg.

Following the use of flares during the 0:0 draw against Atalanta in Bergamo, the Reds have been fined 43,000 euros. Additionally, a ban on selling away tickets for one match has been imposed, with another suspended.

Atalanta, which failed to score against the Reds, won 2:1 against Sassuolo in the first round of the Italian league. In the 60th minute, they received a debut appearance from their star striker, who will be available for the upcoming match in Hungary.

Maccabi Tel Aviv has finished its preparations for tomorrow's away match (Thursday, 21:30, Sport1) in Switzerland against Lugano, in the playoff round of the Conference League qualifiers. At the press conference, coach Kenny Miller emphasized that the team is focused on victory, despite challenging weather conditions and a tight schedule.

Hapoel Tel Aviv held a final training session in Bergamo this evening, followed by a press conference ahead of tomorrow's match in the Conference League playoff round against Atalanta. Coach Elyaniv Barda and player Omri Altman shared their thoughts on the upcoming challenge.

After Kamara and Sissokho returned to training, Kenny Miller's doubts have been resolved. Revivo also returns in Switzerland after a suspension (Thursday, 21:30, Sport1).

The defender who was injured last week and the midfielder who was injured earlier this week completed a full training session, and there is a good chance both will be able to start in the yellow lineup against Lugano.

After passing Ludogorets and Katowice, the panel members discussed the difficult draw in the Conference League playoffs, analyzed the coach's decisions, and identified the reinforcement still needed for the squad.

According to Itzik Kornfein, the coach "will have to manage the locker room, not everyone will be able to play at any given moment." Also: the "insane power" and the new style of play. Listen to the interview from 103fm.

The Roy Revivo issue is far from resolved. If it seemed that the excellent defender was on his way to his next stop in Europe, now Maccabi Tel Aviv claims that no offer has been submitted for him. Revivo has a contract for next season, but Maccabi Tel Aviv also has an option for an additional season.

Ran Kozuch was furious after the 4-0 loss in the Toto Cup against Hapoel Haifa: "In any lineup we would have fielded today, Hapoel Be'er Sheva must look like Hapoel Be'er Sheva."

The Hapoel Be'er Sheva coach apologized to the fans for the defeat: "In terms of attitude, we must always show up." Silves on the postponement of the first round: "It's frustrating."

Pro-Palestinian organizations have announced a demonstration this Thursday. Local parliament members have expressed concerns regarding the event's security and demanded answers from authorities.

In its final preparation match ahead of the Conference League playoff against Hapoel Tel Aviv, Atalanta secured a 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao. Nicola Zalewski scored the decisive goal early in the second half.

The coach, who was appointed only in June, ended his tenure even before the start of the league in Cyprus. The change on the sidelines may also affect the status of Yahav Gurfinkel.

The club is struggling to digest the penalty shootout loss to Austria Wien: "There is excessive insistence on ball circulation, we should have already been thinking about Braga." Criticism of Almog Cohen: "There is a gap between a sporting director and a coach." Also: the change in recruitment plans and the coach's conversation with the players.

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.

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...

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.

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...

Conference League qualifiers, third round: Atzili scored first for the Jerusalemites (33') and Kalo doubled (56'), but Boateng narrowed the gap for the Austrians (58') and equalized to 3:3 on aggregate.

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.

After passing Ludogorets and Katowice, the Reds deservedly secured their place in the Conference League playoffs. For a club whose prestige has always relied on magical continental nights, this is much more than just another European achievement. Now the strong Atalanta awaits, but the dusting off of old photos has already begun.

The 2024 Europa League winner stands between the Reds and the Conference League league phase. The Bergamo club has become a permanent fixture at the top of Italian football and in European competitions over the last decade, and possesses a squad full of talent — from Charles De Ketelaere to Ederson.

The Reds arrived in Poland with a 2-0 lead from the first leg, took the lead through a Stav Turiel goal and were on the safe path to the next stage, but conceded twice in the final minutes and lost 2-1. This did not prevent Eliniv Barda's team from completing a 3-2 aggregate win and advancing to the Conference League playoffs, where the great Atalanta awaits. New signing Owusu sat on the bench and...

Hapoel Tel Aviv will be hosted tomorrow by Katowice for the second leg of the Conference League third qualifying round with a 2:0 advantage from the first meeting. The winner of the tie will face Atalanta in the playoff round. The coach warns: 'It will be difficult, they have good results at home.'

The return leg of the 'Reds' against Katowice this evening (19:00) is defined as high-risk due to the violent ultras organization of the opponent's fans, and the visiting fans will receive special security.

The Jerusalemites' opponent in the Conference League lost 2-0 to LASK Linz. Salic, who scored the winning goal in the first leg, was injured. CSKA Sofia won 3-0.

Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Edmond Safra has publicly criticized the creators of the popular football game for excluding the Israeli club from their latest roster.

Roi Alkokin was outstanding in the 2-0 win over Katowice in the first leg of the Conference League qualifiers, scoring a stunning goal. Douglas Owusu is expected to make his debut in the second leg next week.

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.

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.

Beitar Jerusalem met this evening (Thursday) with Austria Vienna for the first of two matches in the third qualifying round of the Conference League. About 1,200 fans accompanied the team to the home game in Romania. Almog Cohen started with the attacking trio of Shua, Weissman, and Atzili for the first time this season.

Conference League, third round: A dream start for Barda's Reds. Stav Turiel took the lead with a powerful strike from the edge of the box (5'), and Roei Alkukin doubled the advantage with a beautiful finish (18').

After the tense penalty shootout victory against AEK Larnaca, Beitar Jerusalem faces a pair of matches against an even tougher hurdle in the form of Austria Wien in the third round of the Conference League. The first match will be held on Thursday at the Jerusalemites' home ground in Bucharest, while the return leg will take place in Vienna a week later at the Generali Arena.

Fewer than 200 Hapoel Be'er Sheva fans are expected at the stadium in Szombathely, Hungary, tonight. Experts point to the team's recent performance slump and logistical challenges as the primary reasons for the low turnout.

If they pass Katowice, the Reds may face Freiburg, Atalanta, or Panathinaikos in the next stage. Here are the possible opponents.

Beitar Jerusalem's opponent suffered a 3:0 defeat to Wolfsberger in the Austrian league opener, while the Tel Aviv rivals' opponents came back from a deficit to win ahead of Thursday's matches.

New Ajax coach Michel is demanding mental toughness and discipline from Oscar Gloukh. After a successful start to the season, the Israeli has a chance to become a team leader, but must prove his consistency.

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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.

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.