Israeli Sports

Beitar, Hapoel Tel Aviv advance to final

“There were some things we did well and some things that we can still improve on,” Beitar Jerusalem head coach Barak Itzhaki said.

BEITAR JERUSALEM players celebrate after their 5-0 victory over Hapoel Haifa in their Toto Cup semifinal late Monday night at Teddy Stadium.

Soccer: Israeli Oscar Gloukh features in Ajax draw

OSCAR GLOUKH, now an Ajax player, powers forward for Israel, displaying his skill and vision on the international stage.

Soccer: Maccabi Tel Aviv marches on in Europe as Haifa and Beitar fall

Caption: MACCABI TEL AVIV players celebrate their third goal in a 3-1 second-leg victory over Hamrun Spartans, which secured the yellow-and-blue a 5-3 aggregate win and a spot in the Europa Leage Play-off.

Issue of Israel's participation in UEFA 'a legitimate question,' president Čeferin says

Paris St. Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin and Tottenham Hotspur CEO Vinai Venkatesham.

Israel shines in kickboxing at World Games with two gold medals and a silver

Thursday's podium successes followed Shaked Nisimian's gold in women’s combat sambo, Nili Block's bronze, and Yulia Sachkov, Jodah Osaid, and Polina Grossman reaching the kickboxing finals.

AUGUST 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

ISRAELI KICKBOXER Yulia Sachkov reached the podium on Thursday at the World Game.

Remember the name: Israel U16 Men’s National Team's Omri Orland

The 15-year-old point guard has taken the Israeli youth basketball scene by storm and could very well be on track to the NBA.

AUGUST 14, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

ISRAELI POINT GUARD Omri Orland is turning heads across Europe with the Under-16 national team – and several respected scouts say he’s destined for the NBA.

Israeli 3X3 basketball team excluded from French tournament, citing ‘political conflicts’

Team Ramat Gan’s de-registration from Versailles organizers underscored the growing impact of politics on international sports and Olympic qualification

AUGUST 14, 2025ByJOANIE MARGULIES

ISRAELI 3x3 basketball team, Team Ramat Gan, gears up for international competition, determined to earn Olympic qualifying points despite obstacles.

Pedaling for passion, land, and community at Winner Epic Israel’s 10th anniversary

“We wanted to create a true mountain bike race in Israel that connects a love of the land, challenging sport, and a strong community,"said race founder and producer Gal Tsachor.

AUGUST 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

THE LANDMARK 10th edition of Epic Israel honors Giora Tsachor’s vision, bringing cyclists from all walks of life in a celebration of sport and unity.

Gold, bronze, and more to come for Israel at World Games

“Another amazing day with incredible results that once again show the outstanding athletes we have in Israel, especially in non-Olympic sports," said Arik Kaplan.

AUGUST 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF

GOLD MEDALIST Shaked Nisimian (right) and fellow Israeli Nili Block, who took the bronze, pose together after their victories at the World Games in Chengdu, China.

Questions remain for Israel before EuroBasket

"We have to take everything in proportion, and it’s still very early in terms of preparing for the EuroBasket," said head coach Ariel Beit Halachmi.

AUGUST 12, 2025ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

WHILE ARIEL Beit Halachmi's Israel roster at the upcoming EuroBasket will feature guard Yam Madar, there are a number of other players – notably Tamir Blatt (not pictured) – who will be missing for the blue-and-white.

Nimrod Ryeder wins jiu-jitsu gold for Israel at World Games

Ryeder delivered a flawless tournament to retain the title he won at the 2022 World Games in Birmingham. A multiple-time European and world champion, Ryeder continues to dominate.

AUGUST 12, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF