Football
Star-Spangled exodus: How MLS became a Mecca for Israeli soccer stars
The era of the “Yored” is dead; the era of the “Ambassador” has arrived. And this season is the final proof that Israeli soccer has found itself a new home.
Desert diamond: Or Divan and the new dawn of Israeli women’s soccer
Getting back to the games while under fire
Iranian football players face government pressure to return to Iran, as families warn against it
Omri Airlines: The meteoric rise of Israeli midfielder Gandelman with Italy’s Lecce
Gandelman has transformed into the “new face” of US Lecce in just a few short weeks, a player in the right place at the right time to secure a vital 2-1 victory.
Australia to grant visas to five members of Iranian women's soccer team after Trump appeal
The players, who were playing in the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, stood silent last week during the Iranian national anthem, which was interpreted by hardliners in Iran as a sign of treason.
Luka Gadrani anchors Beitar Jerusalem’s defense as championship race heats up
Gadrani, who joined the club at the end of September from Kairat Almaty, has been one of the standouts as the Georgian national team defender provides a cool, calm, and collected presence.
Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Yermakov’s resolve in uncertain times
Some foreign players have left Israel and plan to return once the situation calms down. Some, like Georgiy Yermakov, have stayed.
Iranian women's soccer team refuses to sing national anthem, chess player calls out regime
The players' actions came as Israel continued its war against Iran in the form of Operation Roaring Lion. As the war progressed, Israel successfully eliminated many of the country's leaders.
Ireland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion
Ireland and Israel will face each other in September and November 2026, home and away. The FAI had requested in November 2025 that Israel be expelled from UEFA competitions.
Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl LX 29-13 over New England Patriots
This was the Seahawks' first Super Bowl appearance since they lost the 2015 Super Bowl to the Patriots in Glendale, Arizona.
Tech and AI brands drive record Super Bowl LX advertising boom
The average price for a half-minute ad at Super Bowl LX reached a record $8 million, with some slots going for higher than $10 million, far above the $42,000 charged in 1967.
‘48 points to fight for’: Ronny Deila takes over at Maccabi Tel Aviv
Ronny Deila has been named Maccabi Tel Aviv’s new head coach, bringing championship experience from Europe and the US for the run in.
“Israel’s team” – could the new England patriots and the NFL come to Jerusalem?
