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Ironi Kiryat Shmona will hold its first training session back home on November 16, ending a long displacement period caused by security conditions.

A Tel Aviv court ordered media personality Eyal Berkovic to pay 51,000 shekels to goalkeeper Tzlil Hatocha for defamatory match-fixing accusations made on air in 2021.

Two years after the violent riots targeting Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam, half of the victims have received state compensation as civil lawsuits loom, while security concerns continue to plague Israeli football fans in Europe.

Livorno defender Samuele Reggiani underwent successful cancer surgery after facing online abuse. Club officials revealed his battle with testicular cancer, sparking massive fan support.

Croatian police launched a criminal investigation after Hajduk Split fans chanted antisemitic slogans, praised Hitler, and invoked Auschwitz during a march ahead of their match against Ajax Amsterdam.

Former Colombia football star Carlos Valderrama, famous for his iconic blonde curls, has shaved his head at age 65, surprising fans and sparking widespread disbelief.

A Czech football manager went viral after avoiding eye contact with a reporter during a post-match interview, explaining that his wife forbids it.

A 62-year-old football fan is on trial in England for allegedly jumping from an upper stadium tier and landing on supporters during an FA Cup match in January 2024.

A new IFR report reveals that 94% of English football clubs operate at a loss, with over a quarter unable to survive a month without owner funding.

Netflix has acquired exclusive broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, securing all 104 matches in a major sports streaming expansion.

Veteran sports journalist Moshe Primo commemorated the 33rd anniversary of Israel's historic 3:2 football victory over France in Paris, recalling the iconic broadcast moment.

Former Scotland manager Craig Levein recalled how he and future UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown accidentally attended an exorcism while trying to sign Marvin Andrews in 2006.

Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem could be expanded to 50,000 seats under a revolutionary architectural proposal, aiming to transform it into Israel's national stadium.

Real Madrid is reportedly close to extending Thibaut Courtois's contract until June 2028. The 34-year-old Belgian goalkeeper is set to remain at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Bnei Sakhnin held Maccabi Tel Aviv to a goalless draw, becoming the first team this season to avoid defeat against them. Goalkeeper Raul Belbarau starred in the match, drawing praise and a cash gift from fans.

Manchester United drew 1:1 with Tottenham at Old Trafford, marking their worst Premier League start in 40 years with only six points from six games.

Israel's women's football team lost 7:3 to Switzerland in the World Cup qualifying playoffs first leg in Hungary. Talia Zomer scored a brilliant hat-trick for Israel.

The Professional Football Leagues Bureau and Hapoel Jerusalem urged Maccabi Haifa fans to attend Monday's match at Teddy Stadium amid ongoing security and ticketing disputes.

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

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.

Elite football stars like Martin Ødegaard and Aurélien Tchouaméni are utilizing Be Your Best virtual reality technology to train pitch scanning and decision-making speeds.

The Toto Reservists League brings hundreds of Israeli reservists from the battlefield to the soccer pitch, offering a therapeutic sports framework to maintain military bonds.

Brazilcore and Blokecore are taking over fashion, transforming football jerseys into chic wardrobe essentials worn by global stars and designers alike.

A high-tech employee injured during a company football match won a legal battle against the National Insurance Institute, which recognized the incident as a work accident.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente praised 19-year-old Lamine Yamal as being on the path to legend status following his stunning goal in a 3-1 Nations League win over Czechia.

The chairman of Turkey's Central Refereeing Committee and several officials have been arrested in a sweeping corruption and match-fixing investigation.

EA Sports FC 27 is facing a graphical bug causing female players and coaches to appear in undergarments during cutscenes. EA promises an upcoming fix.

A major corruption scandal rocks the French national team as former security chief Mohamed Senhajy faces investigation over hundreds of thousands of euros in loans from star players.

FC Barcelona will feature rapper Tyler, the Creator on their jerseys for the upcoming El Clasico against Real Madrid, sparking discussions about his past controversies and artistic evolution.

Ireland weighs its approach for the upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Israel in Serbia following protests during their previous encounter in Debrecen.

An Irish pub in Berlin apologized for broadcasting a soccer match between Israel and Ireland, announcing it will boycott their next game and donate profits to Palestinians.

Israel's under-21 football team faces Slovenia away in the Euro 2027 qualifiers tonight, aiming for a win to stay in contention for a playoff spot under outgoing coach Guy Luzon.

Michael Olise scored a stunning late winner as a heavily rotated France side defeated Belgium 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday without the injured Kylian Mbappe.

A Transfermarkt valuation review of UEFA Nations League squads shows France leading at 1.45 billion euros, followed by England, Spain, Germany, and Portugal, while Israel ranks 53rd with 104.83 million euros.

Israeli footballer Sayed Abu Farhi's corner flag celebration sparked international controversy when a referee mistook his snooker routine for a shooting gesture, leading to a red card and widespread online backlash.

The Israel Football Association and national team expressed outrage over the controversial red card shown to striker Said Abu Farhi following a match against Austria.

Former England striker Andy Carroll has revealed in his new autobiography that he was sexually assaulted a few years ago, describing the traumatic ordeal and the lengthy legal battle that followed.

The inspiring story of Shlomo, a teenager who overcame a rare illness, a brain tumor, and a leg amputation, eventually finding new life and playing for Israel's national amputee soccer team.

Valencia has officially appointed veteran Mexican manager Javier Aguirre as their new head coach on a contract running until the end of the season.

Manor Solomon tops West Ham's summer signing rankings after a sensational start, recording two goals and two assists. The Israeli winger aims to lead the club back to the Premier League.

German football legend Lothar Matthäus caught public attention at the Munich Oktoberfest alongside his 27-year-old partner Theresa Sommer, amid his extensive romantic history.

Iran national team goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand is attempting to delay mandatory military service by seeking a medical exemption over a tattoo and military club assignment.

Atletico Madrid defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in a fiery derby, sparking a war of words between managers Jose Mourinho and Diego Simeone over refereeing controversies.

Maccabi Haifa owner Yaakov Shahar is in talks with British-Jewish investors to sell the club after 34 years, driven by fan protests and his age.

Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson addressed the controversy surrounding upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Israel, warning that boycotting the games could trigger severe UEFA sanctions.

Maccabi Tel Aviv dominates the Premier League with four straight wins, capping a remarkable two-week run with a 4-1 derby victory over Hapoel Tel Aviv.

Romanian football has introduced a historic black card for youth matches to combat spectator violence, allowing referees to permanently cancel games.