soccer

Israel’s Olympic soccer team set for historic return at Paris Games

Head Coach Guy Luzon’s team qualified for the Olympics as one of four European squads after a strong performance at last summer’s Under-21 UEFA European Championships.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
22/07/2024

Maccabi Haifa drops Hapoel Be’er Sheva 3-0

Maccabi Haifa’s 3-0 win over Hapoel Be’er Sheva secures a spot in the Toto Cup semifinals. Goals from Dean David, Gadi Kinda, and Dia Saba.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
22/07/2024

The Jewish Sport Report: Garrett Stubbs on playing for Team Israel and hopes to visit the country

Stubbs also spoke of the October 7 massacre and its aftermath, noting the impacts on the Jewish community and his support for Israeli teammates.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
19/07/2024

FIFA postpones decision on Palestinian bid to suspend Israel

The Palestinian Football Association (PFA) had submitted a proposal to suspend Israel in May over the war in Gaza, with FIFA ordering an urgent legal evaluation.

By REUTERS
19/07/2024

Israel must be suspended for violating FIFA statutes, human rights lawyers say

A legal analysis calls for Israel's ban from football for violating FIFA statutes amid Gaza war; PFA proposal supported by Asian Football Confederation.

By REUTERS
18/07/2024

Euro 2024 Final: Jerusalem 'brings it home' even if England didn't

Soccer fans in Jerusalem gathered eagerly for the Euro 2024 final at Mike’s Place, cheering on England and Spain amidst an electric atmosphere filled with passion and camaraderie.

Rewarded for denying Oct. 7? German court rules to pay millions to anti-Israel soccer player

It is possible that Mainz will be required to pay him 4.2 million euros in compensation, which includes unpaid salaries and bonuses and an additional amount for emotional distress.

By WALLA! SPORTS
14/07/2024

Hot Cinema to screen Euro semifinals and final

Euro Semifinals and Final will be broadcast at Hot Cinema theaters in Petah Tikva, Kfar Saba, Kiryat, Rehovot, and Ashkelon. Tickets cost NIS 80 and include game viewing, popcorn, and a drink.

France advances to Euro 2024 semifinals in penalty shootout victory over Portugal

France reached the Euro 2024 semifinals with a dramatic 3-5 penalty shootout win over Portugal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's championship run without a goal.

By WALLA! SPORTS
07/07/2024

Indictment filed against soccer coach Haim Sirotkin for running over Kaplan protesters

Sirotkin was in the car with his wife and two other individuals, where they engaged in verbal confrontations and reportedly insulted protesters. 

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