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From Israel's stunner vs France to Qatar's late winner, here is a recap of the latest Middle Eastern football action and results.
Israel seek first Nations League points vs France at Stade de France, as Ben Shimon's squad returns key players amid tight security measures.
Israeli football’s top flight returned to Friday after years. Amid war, Jerusalem is becoming home to all clubs and fans.
UEFA Nations League clash labeled "high-risk". Exceptional security measures in place for Israel vs France. No home games for Israel yet.
Israel's national team prepares for crucial UEFA Nations League matches against France and Italy, training continues despite air raid sirens.
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah forces schedule changes in Israeli leagues, while Lebanese football continues with political undertones.
From Salah's prowess to Güler's potential, Middle Eastern talents are set to make waves in this season's revamped UEFA Champions League.
Israel hosts Italy in UEFA Nations League in Budapest due to Middle East conflict. Both teams seek redemption after recent struggles.
Tensions erupt at Israeli Premier League match amid war backdrop. Hapoel Be'er Sheva vs Bnei Sakhnin game canceled after pitch invasion.
Manor Solomon made a strong debut for Leeds United, showcasing his attacking flair in a 1-1 draw against Hull City, hinting at a promising season.
Türkiye and Merih Demiral have set Euro 2024 on fire, with a political gesture that opened a pandora box of the relations between the Turks and Europe.
Türkiye's Euro 2024 adventure kick-started in style. Uri Levy with the sounds, views and voices from Dortmund, that for one night have turned into Istanbul.
Maccabi Petah Tikva has won the Israeli Cup in an emotional evening at Bloomfield Stadium. Eden Roitfarb with the report.
ATHENS: A terrific Conference League final in Athens ended up with a historic evening, with Olympiacos winning the first title for a greek team in Europe. Yossi Medina’s report from Greece.
Olympiacos 'killed' Aston Villa again, advancing to their first-ever European final, where they'll meet Fiorentina—all the action from the Conference League semi-finals.
Conference League's final draws near, and four teams are poised for Athens on May 29. Olympiacos dazzled Villa Park, while Fiorentina secured a narrow lead.
Maccabi Petach Tikva secures Israel State Cup final spot with an easy win over Hapoel Nof HaGalil. Yossi Medina with all the action from Netanya.
Olympiacos stun Istanbul, Emi Martinez takes Aston Villa and Unai Emery to the semifinals, while Fiorentina dreams of another final—all the action from the Conference League quarterfinals’ second legs.
Aston Villa saw off Lille, while Olympiakos got Fenerbahçe in trouble. Yossi Medina and Eden Roitfarb recapped all the Conference League quarter-final first-leg action.
Israeli Premier League’s match of the season produced an exciting draw between Robbie Keane’s Maccabi Tel Aviv and Maccabi Haifa.
BUDAPEST: Israel missed out on an opportunity to make football history during the war. As history will tell, it’s nothing new. Yossi Medina’s report from Hungary.
Budapest: The Israeli national team prepares for a crucial “home game” away from home in the Euro 2024 playoffs against Iceland while war rages back home.
The Conference League round of 16 has been concluded, with a shocking exit for Maccabi Tel Aviv, a respectful performance by Maccabi Haifa and a series of massive results elsewhere on the continent.
The Europa Conference League round of 16 first legs produced some unexpected results. Maccabi Tel Aviv and Maccabi Haifa impressed, Ajax and Aston Villa produced dull performances, and Molde won in the 92nd minute with a huge drama.
The Europa Conference League knockout play-off has provided unique drama and set the stage for a tremendous round-of-16 stage for Europe’s most diverse and exciting club competition.
The UEFA Europa Conference League playoffs' knockouts produced great action on Thursday night, with Ajax and Union SG comebacks and a solid victory for Maccabi Haifa, in a home game away from home.
Israel continue its journey to the Euro 2024 with another late-winning goal against Belarus. Is it part of a process in Israeli football?
Maccabi Tel Aviv had a memorable night against Celje, with a win in the first leg of the Europa Conference League, a hat-trick by Eran Zahavi, and a farewell from Daniel Peretz before he leaves to Bayern Munich.
Maccabi Tel Aviv was looking for a spot in the Europa Conference League play-offs against AEK Larnaca. It was another great European night for Eran Zahavi.
Yarden Shua’s debut goal secures Israel’s 1-0 win over Belgium. Jaber, Abu Fani dominate midfield amid wartime challenges.