Soccer
Bethlehem soccer pitch becomes unlikely flashpoint in global soccer politics
The pitch, the IDF Central Command claimed, sat too close to the seam zone, alleging that the structure and its occupants provided an observation point too sensitive for its volatile location.
Beersheba widens gap on Beitar Jerusalem, Maccabi Tel Aviv blanks Maccabi Bnei Reineh for third
Beyond soccer: Morocco’s quest for regional stability in Africa - opinion
‘48 points to fight for’: Ronny Deila takes over at Maccabi Tel Aviv
Down the yellow-and-black road: Beitar Jerusalem’s title dream takes shape
Beitar, for the first time in what seemed to be eons, was atop the table with the season having just completed Matchday 19, as it took over sole possession of first place.
Beitar Jerusalem moves into top spot
Hapoel Beersheba falls late to Hapoel Tel Aviv • Maccabi Haifa dominates Maccabi Tel Aviv
Maccabiah award honors Werder Bremen fans' stand against antisemitism
The award was given to the Hersh Goldberg-Polin Circle of Friends, which was created to commemorate slain Gaza hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin.
West Midlands Police chief steps down over Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban scandal, offers no apology
CC Craig Guilford offered no apology for the erroneous policing of the Maccabi match, blaming "political and media frenzy" for his departure.
When Jewish athletes dominated Polish sport: A lost legacy
From soccer to fencing, Jewish athletes once dominated Polish sports, and now their story is being told in Ramat Gan.
Maccabi Tel Aviv survives derby, State Cup quarterfinals set
Derbies, upsets, and penalty drama, the Israel State Cup delivers again as Maccabi Tel Aviv, Jaffa, and Bnei Yehuda advance to the quarterfinals.
Israel's Manor Solomon enjoying life playing for Fiorentina
Israeli winger Manor Solomon was unveiled as a Fiorentina player, discussing his move to Serie A, differences between leagues, and his focus on football rather than politics.
Xavi Alonso leaves Real Madrid by mutual agreement after loss to Barcelona in Super Cup final
"Real Madrid will always be his home," the club said in a statement.
Beitar Jerusalem grabs share of first place in win against Maccabi Bnei Reineh
Beersheba still tops table on goal difference • Macaabi Tel Aviv edges Sakhnin • Hapoel Haifa, Hapoel TA draw
Maccabi Haifa displays misogynistic banner during derby soccer match with Hapoel Haifa
The banner showed an offensive, violent, and misogynistic picture of a female fan with the Hapoel Haifa shirt, and caused widespread criticism.
