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Maccabi Haifa Searching for Barak Bakhar's Replacement; Report on Rory Higgins
Maccabi Haifa continues to search for a replacement for Barak Bakhar, who resigned after the loss to Maccabi Netanya. According to British journalist Ben Jacobs, Coleraine manager Rory Higgins from Northern Ireland is on the Greens' list of candidates. At the Carmel, they say dozens of foreign candidates have been offered to the club, and the appointment of an Israeli coach is still on the table.
Official: Kamar Baldwin signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv until end of season
Guard Kamar Baldwin (29), who left Bayern Munich, has signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv on a contract through the end of the current season. The reinforcement comes following an injury to Ifeanyi Ugwu.
Dia Saba not called up to national team; Abbas Suan and others react to absence of Arab representation
Dia Saba was not included in the Israel national team squad, and acting ITFA chairman Bassam Suleiman said he was left out for professional reasons. The absence of Arab players from the squad drew reactions from former players Abbas Suan and others.
Scotland Star Reveals: Two Days Before the World Cup, I Underwent Electric Shock Treatment
Scottish footballer Scott McTominay, a midfielder at Napoli, revealed that he underwent electric shock treatment on his heart two days before Scotland's opening match at the World Cup. According to him, the treatment was carried out due to heart rhythm disturbances, and he was forced to undergo another medical procedure in Manchester.
The future of Real Madrid's Brazilian star is unclear: "I just want to play"
Endrick, Real Madrid's Brazilian striker, said he wants to play and it is not known what will happen in January. The player is frustrated by his lack of minutes, and two other clubs are interested in his services.
Iraq Blocks Plane Carrying Iran's National Team from Landing on Its Territory
Iraq prevented a plane carrying Iran's national football team from landing at Basra airport, over concern about violating US sanctions on Iranian airlines. The plane returned to Iran, and the players arrived at the tournament in Iraq via the land border crossing.
Lisb Issat: Choosing Romania Was Easy
Bristol City centre-back Lisb Issat said in an interview in Romania that choosing to represent the Romania national team over Israel's national team was simple for him. He said he felt a strong connection with the Romanian Football Federation from the very beginning.
Barak Yitzhaki under pressure at Anorthosis after 0-2 defeat to Omonia
Anorthosis lost 0-2 to Omonia Nicosia, their second defeat under Barak Yitzhaki in the Cypriot league. The team has lost seven of its nine league matches. At Maccabi Haifa they announced they would not hire a new coach in favor of an Israeli club, and rumors of Yitzhaki moving to the Greens remain unanswered.
Hapoel Tel Aviv Lose 86:75 to Maccabi Tel Aviv in Winner Cup Final; Debate Over Coach Itoudis
Hapoel Tel Aviv lost 86:75 to Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Winner Cup final, after squandering a 23-point lead. Coach Dimitris Itoudis said the team did not match the aggressiveness of its rival, and chairman Satoi Shacham published a post that was seen as aimed at the coach.
Trade for Julián Álvarez on the table: the striker who wants to leave Arsenal
Barcelona beat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at the Metropolitano, in a match in which Fermín López scored twice to turn the result around. Giuliano Simeone's goal had put Atlético ahead, before Fermín López reversed the result.
The Shock Didn't Help: Holon Keep Struggling, Brenner Leading Candidate
Hapoel Holon said Rivaldo Soares has ended his time with the club, and the suspended player was asked to find a new team. Harris remains on the roster with a ligament tear, and his absence is expected to last two to three months.
National Basketball League: Ra'anana and Kiryat Gat win thrillers; Netanya and Hapoel Haifa lose
Ra'anana beat Netanya 75:72 on a three-pointer by Brayley Albert. Kiryat Gat beat Hapoel Haifa 80:79 on a basket by Tomer Cohen on one leg. Nahariya and Rehovot also won.
Hapoel Holon lose 90:85 to Rasta Vechta in Champions League
Hapoel Holon lost 90:85 to German side Rasta Vechta in the Champions League, dropping to a 2:2 record in the group. The game was played at Smokov in Holon, after the club parted ways with Serbian coach Kronich.
Kalor Stadium in Yeruham to be inaugurated this week with an investment of about NIS 14 million
Kalor Stadium in Yeruham, built with an investment of about NIS 14 million, will be inaugurated this week at a festive ceremony. The complex, which includes about 300 seats, will serve Hapoel Yeruham and the club's youth and children's departments.
Manor Solomon on Cooperation with Oscar Gloukh Ahead of Kosovo and Austria
Manor Solomon said ahead of the matches against Kosovo and Austria that he is not sure he will start in the lineup, and that the decision will be up to national team coach Ben Simon. According to him, he has no doubt that he and his friend Oscar Gloukh can play together.
Hapoel Haifa: Turgeman and Habiballah Injured
Turgeman, striker for Hapoel Haifa, has a small tear in his groin and will be out for two to three weeks. Habiballah has a tear in his hamstring muscle and will be out for 3-4 weeks.
Basketball Association Criticizes Ofer Yanai Over Remarks About Derby Referee
The Israel Basketball Association condemned remarks made by Ofer Yanai, owner of Hapoel Tel Aviv, about referee Sofi Shamash following the derby against Maccabi Tel Aviv. According to the Association, the remarks border on incitement, and "the blood of the referees is not cheap."
Christensen Will Not Join Denmark Squad; Coach Reveals His Frustration
Andreas Christensen has given up his call-up to the Denmark squad to keep recovering from an injury, and will miss the matches against Portugal and Norway. Coach Brian Riemer said the player is frustrated and disappointed by the situation, and that he hopes to see him back to full fitness ahead of March.
Vincent Kompany returns to Bayern Munich training ground
Belgian coach Vincent Kompany has returned to the Bayern Munich training ground about two and a half weeks after collapsing during training and being rushed to hospital. The club said Kompany will continue his rehabilitation programme from the complex.
Kalmenzon Files for Injunction Against Enforcement of Guarantees in Tiberias, Salaries Not Paid
The court issued an injunction halting the seizure of NIS 1.3 million in guarantees of the Tiberias football club until a hearing on November 23. Following the order, payment of salaries to players and staff is delayed.
Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan fired from his post
The Egyptian Football Association announced the end of the tenure of national team coach Hossam Hassan and replaced him with Ali Maher. The dismissal stemmed from a series of incidents in his personal life and his public involvement, including a confrontation between his two wives that reached court.
Crystal Palace coach Pierre Sage set to be dismissed; Thomas Frank the leading candidate
Crystal Palace are planning to replace coach Pierre Sage after a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool left the club bottom of the Premier League as the international break begins. Thomas Frank is the leading candidate to succeed him.
Raúl appointed coach of Real Oviedo in Spain's second division
Raúl González, a Real Madrid legend, has been appointed coach of Real Oviedo in Spain's second division, after the club sacked its coach. Raúl signed a contract until 2028, and this will be his first senior team as head coach.
Maccabi Netanya beat Bnei Yehuda 3-1 in friendly
Maccabi Netanya beat Bnei Yehuda 3-1 in a friendly match played at Hadar Yosef. Dor Hugi scored two goals, and Dani Amar gave the Golden Ones the lead before Izak equalized for Bnei Yehuda.
Race in Memory of Amitzur Shapira to Be Held for 53rd Time at Wingate Institute
The traditional race in memory of Amitzur Shapira, the athletics coach who was murdered in the 1972 Munich massacre of athletes, will be held for the 53rd time on November 24 at the Levinsky Wingate Academic College. The race takes place every year as part of the commemoration of his memory.
Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 to keep top spot
Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 1-2 to stay top of La Liga. Fermin Lopez scored twice to decide the match, while Giuliano Simeone scored the opening goal for Atletico.
Oriol Gorén scores for Barcelona B and is sent out of the national team with an injury
Oriol Gorén, 17, scored in the third minute of Barcelona B's 3:0 away loss to Manresa. The Israeli prodigy will not be included in the Israel national team squad for the upcoming international window due to an injury.
Maccabi Ashdod signs Roi Pritzki from Maccabi Ramat Gan
Maccabi Ashdod has signed guard Roi Pritzki, 24, who was released by Maccabi Ramat Gan. The player did not play in a single game from the start of the season with his previous club. He joins the team of coach Dan Katzir, which is looking to strengthen its roster by at least one more player.
Manchester City and Manchester United in crisis in the Premier League
Manchester City lost 3-1 to Nottingham Forest and suffered their third straight league defeat. Manchester United remain 18th in the table after a 4-4 draw with Aston Villa. Michael Carrick, United's manager, admits to a crisis and refuses to resign.
Anan Khalaili and Oriane Goren released from Israel squad
Anan Khalaili, a Crystal Palace player, was released from the Israel national team squad ahead of the matches against Kosovo and Austria due to an injury, in coordination with his club and the national team's coaching staff. Oriane Goren, a Barcelona midfielder called up to the squad for the first time, was also released due to an injury, in coordination with the national team doctor and coach Ran Ben Shimon.
