World cup soccer
Blue-and-white bows out of World Cup race race
Mistakes proved costly in the qualifier in Italy, with a 3-0 defeat officially eliminating the Israelis from contention.
Clashes at pro-Palestinian march against Italy vs Israel FIFA World Cup qualifier
Israel set for pivotal World Cup qualifiers against Norway, Italy
Football cannot solve conflict but carries message of peace, says FIFA's Infantino
Israel's refusal to be annihilated shouldn't lead to becoming a boycotted sports pariah - editorial
Calls to ban Israeli teams from European competitions equate Israel with Russia, risking sport becoming a battlefield for politics instead of unity.
Israel, Trump admin working to block UEFA from banning Israel from European soccer
A majority of UEFA member states are currently in favor of suspending the Jewish state, according to sources cited by The Times.
FIFA 2026 world cup draws over 1.5 million ticket requests in 24 hours
Fans registered in the Visa Pre‑Sale Draw, a lottery‑style application that gave applicants a chance to buy tickets during the first phase of sales for the largest edition in World Cup history.
What can the Israel team expect if it reaches the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Israel's soccer team loses 5-4 to Italy in close-fought FIFA World Cup qualifier
Israel scored four goals but fell to Italy in a nine-goal clash in Hungary. The defeat drops Israel to third, with crucial matches vs. Norway and Italy ahead.
High-stakes for Israel to qualify in World Cup in upcoming match against Italy
A loss against Italy Monday would put a huge wrench in Israel potentially qualifying for the World Cup.
Druze teens bring their story from Majdal Shams to Budapest through soccer
About 30 Druze teens from Majdal Shams, survivors of a Hezbollah rocket attack, will train and share their story in Hungary.
Israel beats Moldova 4-0, gets key win to aim for playoffs in WC Qualifiers round
With goals from Dror Peretz, Manor Solomon, Tai Baribo, and Oscar Gloukh, Israel left Moldova with three points and a good form to face Italy on Monday.
Israel's national soccer team back to 2026 World Cup qualifying
Ben Shimon sets high goals for matches Moldova and Italy while balancing security challenges, player form, and squad unity.
Tensions mount as Norway restricts Israel's world cup qualifier entry
Israel has been told it can only enter one day prior to kickoff due to what the Norwegians cited as security concerns.
Morocco’s field of opportunities ahead of the 2030 World Cup - opinion
Morocco's consistent policy views sports as a key driver of social, economic, and educational development.