Football

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from Portugal national team

The 41-year-old said that he would 'hand back the number 7 shirt' after the November international break.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal reacts during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between Portugal and Wales at Estadio Jose Alvalade on September 24, 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Mbappe celebrates his winner at Camp Nou.

Father and son ejected From El Clasico: 'I paid €2,800, in the end we watched the match in a taxi'

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates after winning the men's Ballon d'Or award, October 26, 2026.

England, Bayern forward Kane crowned 2026 Ballon d'Or winner

 HAPOEL TEL AVIV’S Daniel Dappa flips in celebration after scoring during the Reds’ 3-0 Premier League road victory over Hapoel Jerusalem in the capital.

Tel Aviv rivals run riot as Maccabi, Hapoel cruise to emphatic Premier League wins


From Israel to Camp Nou: Israeli teenager Orian Goren named in Barcelona squad for El Clasico

Israeli midfielder Orian Goren, 17, makes history with a Barcelona El Clasico call-up as Hansi Flick shows growing faith in the young prospect.

FC Barcelona's Orian Goren.

'Deni Avdija on track to become one of the greatest in Portland history'

On the Locked On Blazers podcast, a bold prediction was made for the Israeli forward: A second consecutive All-Star selection and entry into an elite franchise club.

Feb 15, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Team World forward Deni Avdija (8) of the Portland Trail Blazers on the red carpet before the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome.

Atlanta Falcons face backlash over social media logo resembling Nazi imagery

According to NBC, the profile picture is likely to honor the expansion 1966 Atlanta Falcons ahead of their game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.

Atlanta Falcons social media profile picture.

From preseason disaster to title contender: How Barak Bachar turned Maccabi Haifa around

For now, the broader message is unmistakable: Writing off Maccabi Haifa after its preseason struggles would have been premature.

Maccabi Haifa players celebrate during a recent victory as Barak Bachar’s Greens continue their resurgence, climbing to second place in the Israeli Premier League and emerging as serious contenders in the championship race.

Beitar, Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer battle to scoreless draw as Hapoel Tel Aviv defies early red card

Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv battled to a thrilling 0-0 draw at Teddy Stadium, while Hapoel Tel Aviv overcame a third-minute red card to claim a dramatic 1-0 victory.

BEITAR JERUSALEM striker Johnbosco Kalu can’t get the ball behind Maccabi Tel Aviv ’keeper Ofek Melika during the clubs’ 0-0 draw at Teddy Stadium.

Eisenkot's Yashar warns Sport 5 to avoid making Netanyahu's presence 'prominent' during soccer game

The party also wants production, editing, and broadcasting teams to be instructed in advance to switch camera shots or cut away from a segment in real time when necessary.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits supporters in the northern Israeli city of Haifa, ahead of Israel’s upcoming general elections, October 14, 2026.

Police arrest four in suspected financial crimes linked to Israeli Premier League soccer team

Dozens of the team’s current and former players are expected to be summoned for questioning, while the offenses involve millions of shekels connected to a soccer team.

General view of the Lahav 433 police unit headquarters in the city of Lod on August 2, 2026.

Two dead, including child, after vehicle plows through youth soccer game in Wichita, Kansas

"We know what happened, but now we're working very hard to find out why it happened, and we're not there yet," Wichita police Chief Joe Sullivan said.

Police attend the scene where a vehicle drove through a soccer game at the Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas, US, October 17, 2026 in a still image from video.

Netherlands 'leading hotbed of antisemitism': Israel condemns Hapoel Beersheba ban

The mayor's spokesperson told Nieuwsuur that the decision to ban away fans is fixed and that football will be played in Alkmaar on Thursday, without an away crowd.

Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters were barred from attending their team’s match against Aston Villa – an example of how pressure surrounding Israeli participation has moved into European sport.

Netflix secures broadcasting rights for FIFA 2030 World Cup in Spain, Andorra

Netflix has secured broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, marking a major expansion of its sports portfolio and bringing free matches to Spanish viewers.

US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the trophy presentation after the FIFA World Cup Final, New Jersey, July 19, 2026; illustrative.