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Israeli authorities have announced a new pilot program allowing football fans to bring up to 500ml of water into stadiums using flexible plastic pouches.

Jonathan Erlich ends his seven-year tenure as captain of the Israeli Davis Cup team, concluding a 26-year journey as both player and captain.

Edmond Safra has invested nearly 100 million shekels in Hapoel Tel Aviv, propelling the club back to the Premier League and European competition with a 60 million shekel budget for the upcoming season.

Roy Sivan was eliminated in his opening bout at the World Judo Championships after falling to Germany's Eduard Trippel. Maya Goshen and upcoming Israeli athletes look to improve the team's standing.

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas criticized the hype around Deni Avdija, arguing that elite guards like Damian Lillard and Ja Morant would face harsher criticism with similar stats. Baron Davis defended Avdija, highlighting his closing ability.

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton returned to the court after 16 months following an Achilles injury, scoring seven points in a preseason win over Minnesota.

Deni Avdija scored 23 points to lead Portland over Golden State in NBA preseason action, while Tyrese Haliburton made his long-awaited return for Indiana.

Veteran broadcaster Mike Breen apologized after falsely claiming LeBron James scolded Joel Embiid for lateness. LeBron denied the report, prompting Breen's retraction.

Haifa will host its first international full marathon on November 20, 2026, offering a scenic 42.2 km course between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Carmel with over 10,000 expected runners.

Pep Guardiola will return to the Etihad Stadium to watch Manchester City face PSG in the Champions League, marking his first visit since leaving the club amid the 115 financial charges scandal.

Rumors suggest Kylian Mbappe could leave Real Madrid, with Liverpool reportedly renewing interest in the French star. Discussions are strictly preliminary.

Bonzie Colson discusses Maccabi Tel Aviv's disappointing 0-3 EuroLeague start, his decision to reject Olympiacos and Hapoel Tel Aviv, and his commitment to turning the season around.

Paris Basketball fell 98:96 to ASVEL in the EuroLeague despite a career-high 30 points from Nadir Hifi, who missed a late game-winning three-pointer.

Cristiano Ronaldo sent a personal and respectful farewell message to Lionel Messi following his departure from the Argentina national team, praising his legacy.

Former Tottenham and Switzerland defender Ramon Vega announced his candidacy for FIFA president to challenge Gianni Infantino. Vega previously won praise in Israel for supporting released captive Emily Damari.

Israeli professional football leagues will hold memorial ceremonies this weekend for October 7 victims, with players wearing black armbands during matches.

The EuroLeague fourth round features marquee matchups as undefeated Panathinaikos and Fenerbahce clash, while struggling Real Madrid seeks its first win against Partizan.

Beitar Jerusalem unveiled a memorial wall at Beit Vagan honoring 121 club fans killed since October 7, featuring personalized QR codes for the younger generation.

Kerem Primo secured a silver medal at the World Judo Championships, overcoming a severe knee injury and a difficult transition to the senior division.

AS Monaco basketball club declares insolvency and drops to the third tier in France following financial collapse tied to oligarch Aleksey Fedorychev's legal troubles.

Spanish winger Pedro Rodriguez has announced his retirement from football at 39, concluding a legendary career featuring multiple Champions League titles, a World Cup, and a European Championship.

Mikel Arteta has officially signed a new contract extension with Arsenal, keeping the Spanish manager at the club until the summer of 2030 following a historic title-winning season.

Maccabi Tel Aviv announced upcoming EuroLeague and league games will honor the victims of October 7 and military reservists, featuring memorial ceremonies and community tributes.

Hapoel Tel Aviv travels to face Valencia in the EuroLeague, riding a strong momentum with key players returning to the roster ahead of a challenging away match.

Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon addressed fans in a letter focusing on team success and arena upgrades, while dodging absolute relocation guarantees.

EuroLeague team owners meeting in Como rejected an initial NBA proposal while discussing expansion and franchise status. Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos called for CSKA Moscow's immediate return to the league.

Mikel Merino came off the bench to score a brace and lead Spain to a dramatic 2:1 comeback win over Croatia, extending their unbeaten run to 42 matches.

Spain's 2-1 Nations League win over Croatia sparked controversy after Marc Cucurella drew criticism for his role in Ivan Perisic's red card, drawing sharp rebukes from Croatian players and media.

EuroLeague clubs have rejected a partnership proposal from the NBA over significant financial valuation gaps and disagreements regarding future tournament expansion plans in Europe.

Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina, scoring and assisting in a 3-0 win against Benin to conclude a legendary international career.

Bnei Herzliya started its FIBA Champions League campaign with an 86-75 away loss to Badalona. DJ Burton led Herzliya with 20 points, but strong performances from Ricky Rubio and Emir Sulejmanovic secured the win for the hosts.

Hapoel Jerusalem improved to 2-0 in the EuroCup with a 75-64 away win over Cedevita Olimpija in Slovenia, led by Dusan Miletic's 14 points.

Novak Djokovic claimed his 102nd career title and seventh in Beijing at age 39, maintaining a flawless 34-0 tournament record and extending his streak to 21 consecutive years with a title.

Referee Slavko Vinčić reflects on officiating the 2026 World Cup final as his final career match, where Spain triumphed led by Ferran Torres.

Israeli judoka Elbaz achieved a career-best performance at the Judo World Championships in Baku, reaching the quarterfinals and narrowly missing out on a bronze medal.

Draymond Green criticized Portland's coaching staff on his podcast for publicly contradicting Damian Lillard over the starting lineup, warning of locker room friction.

Maccabi Tel Aviv faces early-season scrutiny after a disappointing EuroLeague start despite a significant budget increase and high-profile summer signings.

Maccabi Tel Aviv has reportedly chosen the Spyros Kyprianou Arena in Limassol, Cyprus, as its potential new EuroLeague home court, pending official league approval and strict security measures.

Richard Deitz issued a statement to Maccabi Tel Aviv fans following a court hearing, welcoming arbitration and mediation in the ongoing ownership dispute while demanding management reforms.

UEFA has launched a disciplinary investigation following allegations that an Israeli team member spat at an Irish staff member during a match. The Israeli Football Association firmly denied the claims.