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Toto Cup, 5th round: Barak Bakhar's team has lost the chance to qualify for the semi-finals, but will try to finish the group stage on a high note, while the hosts want their first points.

Toto Cup, 5th round: Both teams, perfect so far in the competition, in a direct battle for a spot in the semi-finals. Haim Silvas' squad will try to force the northerners to concede for the first time.

Guy Kaplan's squad secured an 89:84 victory over Greece, maintaining a perfect record in the group stage of the European Championship.

He was named MVP of the U18 European Championship, is projected in the top 3 of the upcoming NBA draft, and is considered a frightening combination of Dončić and an elite defender. Zeev Avrahami presents: the new phenomenon driving the basketball world crazy.

Against the backdrop of growing calls for his resignation as FIFA president, a report in the UK claims that the European organization paid a six-figure sum to a woman with whom Gianni Infantino had an affair while he served as the organization's general secretary. UEFA confirmed that severance and tuition fees were paid but claimed it was done according to regulations in force at the time...

Andoni Iraola has never coached a major club, but he has left a mark at every stop. After stunning with Mirandes, promoting Rayo Vallecano, and leading Bournemouth to new heights, he arrives at Anfield with one mission: to return Liverpool to the top.

As revealed on ynet, the Jewish-American businessman purchased half of Udi and Shie Recanati's holdings for $50 million, and he now holds 29% of the club's shares. The remaining shareholders have 30 days to exercise their right of first refusal and effectively cancel the deal.

Hansi Flick has made several cuts to the Spanish champion's squad, but 17-year-old Israeli talent Orian Goren will remain with the senior team for the upcoming training camp in Italy.

He was an NCAA champion, conquered the WWE within months, won the UFC championship, and broke The Undertaker's mythical streak. Now, at 49, Brock Lesnar has announced his retirement. Behind the one-of-a-kind athlete also remain a failed drug test and serious allegations raised against him in the Janel Grant lawsuit.

The blue-and-whites defeated Iceland 89:69 and secured a ticket to the semi-finals of the European Championship Division B. Maayan Gorin stood out with 23 points. The cadets defeated Georgia.

What started as a security necessity has become a symbol of dedication: Israeli football fans continue to paint the stands across Europe, proving that even when home is left behind, you can take it with you everywhere. Do you have something to say too? Send us columns to the address: kick@ynet.co.il

As every year, representatives of the club and the fans arrived at the former player's home to mark his birthday. His mother Dalia: "We thank everyone for the support."

Elad Braun has been appointed as the coach of Ironi Rishon LeZion with one goal: to return the team to the Premier League after 24 years. He discusses his tenure at Maccabi Herzliya, his ambitions for the upcoming season, and the fierce competition in the National League.

For Beitar to succeed in moving up in the table, Almog Cohen will need to prevent ego wars and find another defensive midfielder. Barak Abramov must keep Luka Gadrani at almost any cost. Without these conditions, Beitar will return to being a team whose glass ceiling is just a ticket to Europe.

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.

Contacts between the 'Yellows' and the Spanish league team continue, with the left-back determined to leave immediately. Maccabi Tel Aviv is stunned after the defeat to CSKA Sofia in the Europa League. Miller: 'We did not show the best version of ourselves'.

When a quote from a player regarding transgender basketball players goes viral in the explosive political climate in the US, and connects to the exposure of a dominant tall player from France who underwent gender transition, you get a storm in the WNBA.

The first attempt was enough for the Israeli-American athlete to clear 2.14 m. On the disappointing side: Yarden Mantel failed to qualify due to equipment issues, and Gal Nathaniel finished the 400 m hurdles in 1:00.80 min.

Once considered troubled teens skipping school for the sea, today surfing is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country: tens of thousands of surfers, schools opening along the coast, the first-of-its-kind wave park, an industry with millions in turnover, rehabilitation programs running at full capacity since October 7, and thriving surf tourism abroad.

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').

Just as he knows how to thread an impossible pass between the defenders' hands, he found the loophole that allows him to both get the big money and play basketball at the highest levels. Do you also have something to say? Send us columns to the address: kick@ynet.co.il

The American center (26, 2.08 m), who played last season for Fenerbahce, will wear yellow until the summer of 2028: "Very excited to join a historic organization." Kattash: "Possesses very high offensive capabilities."

The 35-year-old guard, who played last season for Ironi Ramat Gan and Bnei Herzliya, joins the Reds until the summer of 2027. Coach Dimitris Itoudis emphasized that Bourdillon's experience is crucial for the team's championship ambitions.

The 39-year-old star scored twice and added an assist in a 4:2 victory over Atletico San Luis, becoming the all-time leading scorer of the Leagues Cup.

The Maccabi Tel Aviv point guard from last season is joining Nikola Jokic's squad on a $3.3 million deal. He will be replaced by Keaton Wallace, who agreed to terms last night.

With an unprecedented budget of 54.6 million shekels, impressive acquisitions like Dolev Haziza, and a refusal to sell the squad's stars, Maccabi Netanya wants to erase the trauma of last season and qualify for the upper playoffs. Coach Roni Levy clarifies: "We are doing everything to have a strong team, but we must dramatically improve the defensive game."

Success in Europe is bittersweet when realizing there is little chance of seeing matches in Israel soon. At least participation remains a diplomatic achievement.

The former defender, who played most of his career for the capital's team and also for Maccabi Netanya — with whom he won a championship — passed away at the age of 78. The club paid tribute: "Today Beitar lost a symbol."

The Israel national team defender is pushing for an immediate move abroad, and his inner circle does not rule out the possibility that he will skip the flight to Batumi for the Europa League qualifier against CSKA Sofia.

Zahi Ahmed scored the winning goal in a 1:0 victory over Red Star Belgrade, giving Hapoel Be'er Sheva a significant advantage ahead of the Champions League return leg. Coach Ran Kozuch urged his team to remain humble.

The Turkish league, opening next Friday, is a hotbed of drama. At the center is the rise of Amedspor to the top flight, serving as a sporting litmus test for the historic peace process in Turkey.

The Israeli winger nearly scored with a header, and the Belgian side led 3:2 in the 88th minute, but conceded in stoppage time to finish 3:3 in the first leg of the Champions League qualifiers.

A major achievement: The Israeli team defeated Montenegro 31:27, advancing to the 9-16 placement matches. They are now just one win away from securing a spot in the prestigious tournament.

After 11 seasons and 21 titles at Barcelona, the 34-year-old goalkeeper joins the Dutch club for one season.

Pressure on Gianni Infantino is reaching a new peak: according to a report in 'The Times', UEFA, CONCACAF, and the Asian Football Confederation have joined forces to secure his removal. If he refuses to resign, a series of dramatic steps are being considered, from boycotting FIFA institutions to establishing competing international tournaments.

Despite the addition of Ja Morant and high hopes for the new season, The Athletic was not impressed by the Trail Blazers' summer moves and ranked them only 24th out of 30 teams in their annual ranking. Doubts about the combination with Damian Lillard, the appointment of the new coach, and the owner's conduct left the Israeli star's team among the biggest disappointments of the offseason.

Jesse Owens stunned the world with four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, but the moment etched in memory from those games was actually the friendship with his German rival Lutz Long – a story that proved the victory of the spirit is greater than any propaganda. Do you also have something to say? Send us columns to the address: kick@ynet.co.il

Amidst public tensions, the "Goal for God" project is fostering harmony. Former footballer Ziv Oson has successfully introduced tennis to the Haredi community by respecting their strict religious requirements.

The 26-year-old American center, who did not impress last season at Fenerbahçe, is expected to be the third big man in the rotation after Roman Sorkin and Daniel Theis.

Mourinho has returned to the Bernabeu with a promise to bring Real back to the top, but even before the start of the season it is clear that the squad is far from perfect: the goalkeeper question, the pursuit of Rodri, the congestion in the attack, and the ignoring of Castilla require quick solutions. Do you also have something to say? Send us columns to the address: kick@ynet.co.il