Soccer
Israel defeats host Estonia 3-1, dedicates win to soldiers
Both sides had chances early on, but it was Estonia who would find the back of the goal first as Mattias Kait beat Bayern Munich’s keeper Daniel Peretz for a 1-0 lead in the 31st minute.
Lost and found: Tefillin return after two years - opinion
Israel’s sports world pays tribute to fallen soldiers Yoav Raver and Chen Gross
Two dead and 500 arrested in France during Paris St Germain win celebrations
UK police arrest man after ploughing car into football fans celebrating Liverpool title win
Videos on social media show a large grey car driving into large crowds of fans lining the street.
HŠK Zrinjski clinches ninth national title with win over Igman
Zrinjski Mostar defeats Igman 3–0 to secure its ninth Bosnian Premier League title, marking another milestone in the club’s historic football legacy.
From the pitch to our hearts: The life and legacy of beloved Gadi Kinda
“This is the biggest tragedy to hit the club since the death of Avi Ran in 1987,” said a senior official at Maccabi Haifa.
Police arrest dozens of soccer players suspected of fraud and embezzlement
They are suspected of fraud and embezzlement of public funds. Also held and questioned were a doctor, a lawyer, and a staffer at the NII.
Maccabi Tel Aviv takes edge in title race
Hapoel Beersheba draw with Beitar Jerusalem puts yellow-and-blue in driver’s seat with a game left.
Former Israel National Team player Gadi Kinda dies at 31
Kinda had been battling a serious medical condition for the past several weeks, and had received several messages of support from the Israeli soccer community.
Netanyahu planning to attend Beitar-Hapoel Beersheba final, denounced by Kibbutz Nir Oz
The State Cup Final, this year played between Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beersheba, will take place at Bloomfield Stadium. It is usually attended by the Israeli President, not the Prime Minister.
New era in Israeli soccer: American group led by Ross Kestin to buy Maccabi Netanya
Maccabi Netanya will be acquired by US firm Aliya Capital Partners, led by Ross Kestin, pending approval. The deal reflects rising foreign interest in Israeli soccer.
Refaelov retires as team captain, begins new chapter with Maccabi Haifa
The Greens immediately announced that upon his retirement, the midfielder will be appointed head of the club’s scouting department.
Eran Zahavi to announce his leave from Maccabi Tel Aviv at end of season
Though there was a mutual option to extend his contract, Zahavi independently chose to step away, marking the end of his second stint with the club.
Manor of influence: Solomon’s stunning Leeds season sparks transfer tug-of-war
After a sensational season in which he became one of Leeds United’s most influential figures, Manor Solomon now finds himself at a crossroads as the summer transfer window looms.
