Soccer

Rappaport and Waldman decline offer to join Maccabi Haifa acquisition bid

High-tech entrepreneurs Assaf Rappaport and Eyal Waldman turned down an offer to join an investor group bidding to purchase the Israeli soccer club, citing no interest in sports investments.

Maccabi Haifa.
French singer Nina Tonji performs the National Anthem before a soccer game in Paris.

Changed French National Anthem at historic game ignites storm

Lennart Karl and his partner, Zoe Kappele.

High society, Instagram, and the fury: Bayern Starlet in trouble

Berkovitz celebrates with Ulrich van Gobbel.

The night Eyal Berkovic conquered England


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

Kane is the first Englishman to win the prestigious award in 25 years, after Michael Owen won it in 2001.

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

Dia Saba silences the critics in Turkey with another brilliant performance

In Turkey, Amedspor’s star was praised after delivering another great goal that sent the newly promoted side to the top of the table: His appearance sparked discussions, but he is shining.

Dia Saba.

Amazing performance: Daniel Peretz gets huge praise in England

Ten saves, including an astonishing stop in stoppage time, turned the Israeli into the hero of a 3-2 victory over West Ham. The manager lauded his efforts, and even the opposition expressed envy.

Praise all around. Peretz.

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

Hapoel Tel Aviv coach Elyaniv Barda acknowledged that his side had struggled early on before finding its rhythm after the break.

 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.

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.

Champions League: Bayern Munich and Arsenal share points in 2–2 thriller

Harry Kane led Bayern's comeback with a goal and an assist before national teammate Declan Rice leveled late; Real Madrid cruised to a 4–1 win over Leipzig ahead of El Clasico.

Carrying Bayern on his back. Harry Kane.

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.

'God-given Talent': Rio Ngumoha shatters records and stuns Anfield

Two assists and a Champions League record: The 18-year-old stole the show in a 4–3 win over Villarreal. Sturridge: "You can't teach this." Mac Allister: "He made the difference." It's a dream.

A true wonderkid. Ngumoha with Iraola.

'I must score for Lior': Gabriel Lima honors late teammate in emotional interview

The former Bnei Sakhnin star traveled from Brazil to honor his late strike partner Lior Asulin. He opened up about their bond and hearing of his murder: "I couldn't stop crying."

In memory of Lior Asulin in Re’im.

Top of the Table: Maccabi Haifa relies on team power and Bruninho

Maccabi Haifa top the table despite a dull display. Bruninho suffered an injury and will undergo testing, while the team stays grounded: "The coming games will be the real test."

Bruninho, Maccabi Haifa player.