Maccabi Tel Aviv

Both Israeli teams struggle in Euroleague

Hapoel Tel Aviv fell to Barcelona, while Maccabi Tel Aviv was defeated by Partizan Belgrade ahead of the derby.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
VASILIJE MICIC (left) and Hapoel Tel Aviv players look to regroup after a difficult Euroleague week, as the Reds prepare for a pair of highly anticipated duels vs Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Maccabi Tel Aviv players.

Maccabi Tel Aviv to host EuroLeague games in Cyprus

The Yellows say goodbye to Belgrade, where they hosted most EuroLeague games since October 7. Their debut on the island takes place next week in the derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv.

|ByOR SHKEDI
HAPOEL TEL AVIV midfielder Roey Alkukin has emerged as one of the rising stars of Israeli soccer, playing an increasingly important role in the Reds’ title hopes.

Roey Alkukin emerging as a key weapon in Hapoel Tel Aviv’s championship push

Originally from Mevaseret Zion, just outside Jerusalem, Alkukin came through Beitar Jerusalem’s youth system before joining Hapoel Tel Aviv at the age of 15.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
HAPOEL TEL AVIV'S Vasilije Micic celebrates after putting on a spectacular shooting display against Maccabi Tel Aviv, pouring in 31 points, including nine made three-pointers, in the Reds’ 105-87 derby victory.

Basketball: Micic puts up 31 points in Tel Aviv derby victory

The story on the court was all about Micic and Hapoel’s ability to exploit Maccabi’s defensive shortcomings.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

Basketball: Hapoel Tel Aviv dominates Maccabi in decisive derby conquest

Hapoel Tel Aviv dismantles Maccabi 105-87 behind Vasilije Micic's 31-point perimeter masterclass.

NOVEMBER 2, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
Hapoel Tel Aviv teammates Daniel Oturu (left) and Tomer Ginat celebrate during the Reds’ 105-87 victory over arch-rival Maccabi Tel Aviv late Sunday.

Hapoel Tel Aviv captures Toto Cup, continues remarkable resurgence

Goals from Roie Alkukin, Omri Altman and Daniel Dappa put Hapoel 3-0 up before Dor Peretz’s double made for a nervy finish at Bloomfield Stadium.

NOVEMBER 1, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate after defeating Maccabi Tel Aviv 3-2 in the Toto Cup final at Bloomfield Stadium, capturing the club's first top-flight trophy since the 2011/12 Israel State Cup.

Maccabi Tel Aviv searches for answers as struggles on the court continue

In Euroleague action, Maccabi Tel Aviv fell 113-99 to Real Madrid, which set a team record with 21 three-pointers as six players scored in double figures.

OCTOBER 26, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI TEL AVIV coach Oded Katash is searching for solutions as the yellow-and-blue aims to rebound from consecutive losses in Euroleague and Israeli league play.

Maccabi Tel Aviv crushed by Real Madrid despite 15-point lead

The Yellows built a 44–29 lead in Belgrade but fell asleep on defense in a 113–99 loss to Real Madrid. Kattash and his players fall to a 2–5 record following a three-point barrage by the Blancos.

OCTOBER 26, 2026ByOR SHKEDI
Maccabi Tel Aviv player Jimmy Clark.

Former Maccabi target Mofokeng ready to play against Beersheba: 'Worth €20 million'

Relebohile Mofokeng has made a stellar start in Europe, drawing interest from Chelsea and Atletico. Today (Thursday) he is set to start for Union SG against Beersheba.

OCTOBER 22, 2026ByWALLA! SPORTS
A promising start to the European campaign. Relebohile Mofokeng, left.

Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball rolls to 116-89 victory as Hapoel Jerusalem, Tel Aviv secure wins

Maccabi Tel Aviv cruised past Kiryat Ata 116-89 behind John DiBartolomeo's seven threes, while Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv,, and Bnei Herzliya secured wins.

OCTOBER 21, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
HAPOEL JERUSALEM forward David Roddy drives to the basket for two of his game-high 16 points in the Reds' 88-74 victory over visiting Hapoel Beersheba in the capital.

Beitar, Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer battle to scoreless draw as Hapoel Tel Aviv defies early red card

Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv battled to a thrilling 0-0 draw at Teddy Stadium, while Hapoel Tel Aviv overcame a third-minute red card to claim a dramatic 1-0 victory.

OCTOBER 21, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
BEITAR JERUSALEM striker Johnbosco Kalu can’t get the ball behind Maccabi Tel Aviv ’keeper Ofek Melika during the clubs’ 0-0 draw at Teddy Stadium.

Eisenkot's Yashar warns Sport 5 to avoid making Netanyahu's presence 'prominent' during soccer game

The party also wants production, editing, and broadcasting teams to be instructed in advance to switch camera shots or cut away from a segment in real time when necessary.

OCTOBER 19, 2026ByAVI SOLOMON
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits supporters in the northern Israeli city of Haifa, ahead of Israel’s upcoming general elections, October 14, 2026.

Maccabi, Hapoel Tel Aviv notch pivotal Euro hoops conquests

Maccabi Tel Aviv edged Valencia 91-88, while Hapoel Tel Aviv beat Panathinaikos 91-81, handing the Greeks their first loss of the season after a 5-0 start.

OCTOBER 18, 2026ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MACCABI TEL AVIV’S Yam Madar (left) drives on Valencia’s TJ Shorts during the yellow-and-blue’s 91-88 Euroleague win.

Maccabi Tel Aviv furious after Barcelona drama: 'It feels wrong'

Following Barcelona loss, Maccabi to approach EuroLeague over refereeing. “A painful loss, the game to turn our season,” club said, praising Yam Madar: “Knew he had it in him.” Colson sees positives.

OCTOBER 14, 2026ByOR SHKEDI
On the way to Valencia: Clark and the Yellow-and-Blue.