Football

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.

Maccabi Netanya demands a 3:0 technical victory against Hapoel Petah Tikva after their 1:1 draw because Hapoel played with 12 players during stoppage time.

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.

Italy defeated Turkey 3-1 in the UEFA Nations League, with coach Roberto Mancini praising rising stars like Francesco Pio Esposito and Riccardo Calafiori.

The UEFA Nations League fourth round delivered thrilling action as France defeated Belgium 1-4, Italy overcame Turkey 1-3, and Sweden secured a vital 1-0 win against Romania.

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.

Israeli footballer Dia Saba is making waves at Turkish club Amedspor, inspiring a fan to name a newborn after him following a stellar start to the season.

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.

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

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.

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.

Italian football legend and Inter Milan icon Sandro Mazzola has passed away at 83. Remembering his illustrious career, family legacy, and loyalty.

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.

Over 160 Irish sports figures urged their national team to boycott upcoming Nations League matches against Israel, amid mounting political pressure and ongoing controversy.

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.

The race to host the 2030 World Cup final heats up as Morocco insists the match will be held in Casablanca, while Spain firmly contends it deserves the honor.

Baturina, Paz and Diaw (brace) scored in a 4:1 away win over Genoa, which has yet to earn a point this Serie A season. Moise Kean came on for his debut and assisted the fourth goal.

Rigo Wijdugen, chairman of the SP party faction in the Alkmaar city council, stated that the city has no intention of hosting the Israeli team, recalling the events in Amsterdam: "It prevents a lot of unrest, do not bring the conflict here." The Israeli champion has not received notice of a possible change in the match location.

Singer Mika Moshe opened up about her relationship with Hapoel Be'er Sheva player Niv Yehoshua, the inspiration behind her song "Lucky You're Here." The artist admitted that football brings out a side of her she didn't know existed: "During Champions League qualifiers, I scream in front of the TV, and my mom tells me to save my voice for my performance."

Régis Pitbull played for Corinthians, Vasco and others, but an addiction to crack led him at age 49 to a life on the streets of São Paulo. He sleeps under tarps and cardboard, receives food from a restaurant and refuses to undergo treatment.

The midfielder, sidelined for six months due to viral heart inflammation, has been registered with UEFA alongside new signings. Adrian Ogriosa, Amankwah Forson, and Idan Nachmias were also included, while Yoni Stoyanov and Roi Levi were left out.