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The World Cup is over, and the European transfer market is about to explode. From Real Madrid's defensive overhaul under Mourinho to Chelsea's massive spending spree and Barcelona's hunt for a new striker, here is the interim summary of the biggest moves and what's still to come.

At first, miracle followed miracle, then Beitar Jerusalem choked AEK and kicked history. When the team controls the ball, Antwi gallops forward and Carabalí shows new sides of his talent, the wasteland of Larnaca looks like the lights of Paris. Moshe Ziat returned from Cyprus sweaty and happy.

Greek media explains: AEK backed out of the Zambian because he was "burned" for European competition after the match against Vikingur, but "the Greens do not care that he will not be able to play in Europe."

The Athletic has ranked every tournament in history, placing the most recent one in only tenth place—just one spot above the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Who took the top spot? The full ranking is below.

The 31-year-old midfielder has signed a two-year deal. Maccabi Haifa bid farewell to the player, calling him a symbol of passion, commitment, and leadership.

Bleacher Report placed Michael Jordan in 15th place, Kawhi Leonard in 12th, and Draymond Green in 10th. The full ranking is inside.

Senior analyst Zach Lowe raised a red flag against the backdrop of reports about the club potentially leaving the city. Meanwhile, The Athletic offered a more sober perspective on the new owner Tom Dundon's policies.

JJ Gabriel, who scored 29 goals in 32 appearances last season and was voted the youth team's player of the season, has been called up to the Red Devils' squad for the first time and may make his debut against Rosenborg.

In the US they claim: The veteran star is not waiting for a trade or a move by one of the candidates to sign him: "He has all the information." The former center claims that James is "not chasing a ring," is the Miami option less likely?

The Israeli received compliments after Ajax's victory in the Conference League, and in the Netherlands, they noted: "He is one of the players who could benefit from the coaching change."

Jermain Defoe has ended his role at Woking just a few months after being appointed to his first coaching job. The former Tottenham striker parted ways with the club "by mutual consent."

The Czech Republic has a population size quite similar to Israel's, yet in the field of women's tennis, it is a massive powerhouse. How did a country that is neither large nor exceptionally wealthy manage to reach this status?

From Maradona in front of tens of thousands in Naples to Burnley, "Shrek," and Hapoel Petah Tikva: signing videos have turned from a dry announcement into a viral show, where humor, creativity, and personality are sometimes just as important as the player himself.

Paula Badosa faced harsh criticism after retiring while trailing heavily in the Iasi tournament final, but won another tournament two days later: "Refused to take a loss"

Omri Altman and the Hapoel Tel Aviv players were enthusiastic about the home-like atmosphere in Hungary. Doron Leidner received the coach's message and recorded his best game since returning.

The professional staff mentioned after the victory in Cyprus: 'AEK is experienced, we will need to be ready.' Bryan Carabali has taken a liking to set pieces.

The dominant performance in Moldova has reinforced the belief that the Scottish coach is the right man for the job. The players deserve credit for putting the team in a commanding position for the next round. Blic will undergo medical tests upon arrival, while the situation regarding Asante remains unchanged.

Ana Maria Markovic, a Croatian national team forward with over 2.7 million Instagram followers, has joined Hajduk Split. This marks her fifth club in three years, sparking skepticism among fans regarding her professional contribution.

The Hapoel Tel Aviv midfielder is very satisfied with the 0:2 win: "The fans are the most basic and important part of the club. Ludogorets will have nothing to lose in the second leg."

Beitar Jerusalem coach summarized the important 0-1 win over AEK Larnaca in Cyprus: "They barely threatened us; if we play our game in the second leg, we can advance."

In the United States, the focus remains on the future of the NBA superstar. His agent addressed the various candidacies: "Everything is clear, all messages have been conveyed."

Italian media claim that Monza is not the only team eyeing the Maccabi Tel Aviv player. Lecce, where Omri Gandelman plays, and the Turkish club Kasimpasa are also in the race.

The scorer (29, 1.91 m), who averaged 16.1 points per game last season, will continue at the heart of the Moshava: 'A club that is like a home for me.' He joins Jackson Rowe, Paris Lee, and Jacob Wiley in the team's foreign roster.

The shooting guard (29, 1.97m), who excelled in recent years for Hapoel Haifa, has joined the team recently promoted to the Super League. Coach Oren Aharoni: "A high-quality player with an excellent personality who fits the identity of the team we want to build."

In the shadow of the violence that preceded the match, Caraballo surprised with a direct free-kick goal (77) and gave the Jerusalemites a victory in the Conference League qualifiers.

Anan Khalaili returned to training with Union Saint-Gilloise on Thursday following the cancellation of his transfer to Inter. Although a deal worth approximately 30 million euros had been agreed upon, the Italian Olympic Committee blocked the move after the Israel national team player's medical examination.