Soccer
FIFA does it again: Seats for the 2026 World Cup final listed at near $11,000
In the original joint bid by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, projections suggested the most expensive final ticket would top out at $1,550.
Why Israeli goalkeeper Daniel Peretz is making headlines in Britain
Desert diamond: Or Divan and the new dawn of Israeli women’s soccer
Israeli national soccer team draws at Georgia in friendly
Mexico to kick off 2026 World Cup against South Africa
South Africa are appearing for the first time since 2010, when they drew with Mexico in the opening match but failed to reach the knockout stage.
West Midlands police chief under fire for bogus intel used to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans
During the hearing, and according to reports in recent weeks, it transpired that some of the intelligence in the police's report included dramatically incorrect statements.
Tribute to former hostage Rom Braslavski, late drama define an unforgettable week in Israeli soccer
Late equalizers, red cards, and coaching turmoil shaped a dramatic week across Israeli soccer.
Former hostage Rom Braslavski visits Beitar Jerusalem for first time since being released
“A year ago, you stood here together with my family, my face, and the caption 'kidnapped.' And here I am today, after two years of hellish suffering," Braslavski told the fans at the Teddy Stadium.
Iran to boycott World Cup draw over US visa issues
"The Iranian delegation will not be present for the World Cup draw in relation to the latest status of issuing visas for the Iranian delegation", federation spokesman Amir Mehdi Alavi said.
Israeli league: Walker’s 31-point performance leads Maccabi win; Hapoel TLV undefeated
Maccabi TLV rebounded with a dominant win fueled by Lonnie Walker (31 pts). Holon's coach slammed the performance, while Jerusalem and Tel Aviv also notched crucial victories.
New leadership raises expectations for Syrian soccer’s renewal
The leadership change comes as Syrian sports continue to struggle after years of political interference, damaged facilities, and the loss of players and coaches.
UK police used false claims to ban Israeli Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from soccer match - report
Dutch police challenge the claims used by the British West Midlands police force to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from its Soccer match against Aston Villa.
Trump pardons Jewish-British billionaire Joe Lewis, who pleaded guilty to insider trading
Joe Lewis, whose family trust owns English Soccer club Tottenham Hotspur, has been pardoned by Trump after pleading guilty to insider trading in 2024.
‘We’ll reach a major tournament’: Coach confident despite Israel's exit from World Cup qualifiers
“The harshest criticism we’ll hear is the criticism we direct at ourselves. We have a goal, and we know and will know how to reach it. I’m very proud of the players," said the team's coach.
