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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.

WHETHER AT the club level for US Lecce or playing for the Israel national team Omri Gandelman has become a reliable contributor and fan favorite.
Fatemeh Pasandideh of Iran during the AFC Women's Asian Cup Group A match between South Korea and Iran at Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast, Australia, March 2, 2026.

Australia to grant visas to five members of Iranian women's soccer team after Trump appeal

BEITAR JERUSALEM defender Luka Gadrani has brought stability to the club’s back line since arriving from Kairat Almaty, helping the capital side stay in title contention.

Luka Gadrani anchors Beitar Jerusalem’s defense as championship race heats up

MACCABI HAIFA goalkeeper Georgiy Yermakov remains in Israel during the league’s wartime pause, while balancing the reality of conflict in both his homeland of Ukraine and his adopted home.

Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Yermakov’s resolve in uncertain times


Israeli soccer star Dor Turgeman transfers to New England

For Maccabi Tel Aviv, the transfer means saying goodbye to one of their most promising homegrown players in recent years. The club released an emotional farewell statement.

MACCABI TEL AVIV will miss the creativity and scoring verve of Dor Turgeman, the 21-year-old Israeli heading to MLS to join the New England Revolution.

'Hersh, you will always be in our heart': German soccer club honors slain hostage one year later

On the first anniversary of Hersh Goldberg-Polin's death, German soccer club SV Werder Bremen honored him in a post.

 Werder Bremen fans held a tribute for Hersh Goldberg-Polin, September 21, 2024.

Issue of Israel's participation in UEFA 'a legitimate question,' president Čeferin says

In an interivew, the president of Europe’s soccer association talked about the recent politicization of the sport and the "Israeli issue."

Paris St. Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin and Tottenham Hotspur CEO Vinai Venkatesham.

'Tell us how he died': Liverpool's Mohamed Salah criticizes UEFA tribute to 'Palestinian Pele'

Pro-Israel activists denounced Salah's comments, asking why he did not make similar comments for murdered Israeli footballer Lior Asulin, killed by Hamas at Nova music festival on Oct. 7.

Mohamed Salah embraces the Premier League trophy, Liverpool, UK, May 26, 2025; illustrative.

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Global fintech company Airwallex and football club Arsenal sign multi-year partnership agreement

Airwallex strengthens its presence at the top of global sports, adding to an existing agreement with McLaren racing, which competes in Formula 1.

Collaboration between Airwallex and Arsenal

Israeli goalkeeper Daniel Peretz loaned from Bayern Munich to Hamburg SV

The 25-year-old shot-stopper made seven appearances for the German champions last season after having been brought to Munich from Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2023.

DANIEL PERETZ begins a new chapter with Hamburger SV as he looks to secure the starting role in the Bundesliga.

Jewish QB Retzlaff transfers from BYU to Tulane

As one of only three Jewish students at BYU, where over 98 % of the campus adheres to the Mormon faith, Retzlaff earned the affectionate nickname “BYJew.”

THEN-BRIGHAM Young Cougars quarterback Jake Retzlaff prepares to pass against the Arizona Wildcats during his lone full season with the team, before transferring this summer to Tulane after a consensual sex scandal at BYU.

Trump threatens Washington stadium deal unless NFL team readopts Redskins name

"I may put a restriction on them that if they don’t change the name back to the original 'Washington Redskins,' Trump wrote on Truth Social.

 Jun 10, 2025; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (1) looks on as Commanders wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks (16) attempts to catch a pass during drills on day one of minicamp at Commanders Park.

Playermaker: Enhancing football training & strengthening parent-child bonds

In an era where technology is transforming every aspect of sports, Israeli sports tech company Playermaker stands out as a revolutionary tool designed to enhance the development of young footballers.

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