Why Are Black Goalkeepers Still the Rarest Sight in Elite European Soccer?
Over the years, many pseudoscientific and unfounded theories have been spouted in an attempt to solve the ‘mystery.’ But the real answer remains painfully obvious
Uzi Dann
How an Ethos of 'Muscular Judaism' Went Wrong
The advent of the so-called Jewish Olympics was a continuation of the Zionist vision of a physically and spiritually strong nation. Sadly, the Tel Aviv team embodies the negative aspects of that concept
Analysis Israeli Soccer's Golden Boy Just Took a Huge Risk. And It Could Catapult Him to Fame
Manor Solomon, 19, has signed for Shakhtar Donetsk – a team that is known for taking a chance on young talent and launching players into the soccer stratosphere
With Israelis on the Squad, Palestine's Soccer Team Storms the Asia Cup
For the first time, the Palestinian national team is competing in the Asia Football Cup on merit. It'll have to beat Jordan and Syria to qualify for the next stage
Chelsea Condemns anti-Semitic Chants by Fans, Vows 'Strongest Possible Action'
'Any kind of race-related or religious hatred is abhorrent to this club and the overwhelming majority of our fans,' says club spokesman
European Soccer Body to Israel: Don't Air Games in West Bank Settlements
Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation won the bidding process to broadcast World Cup preliminary games. But under pressure from a Qatari broadcasting company, UEFA is barring the airing of the games beyond the Green Line
Real Madrid Hosts Ahed Tamimi, Palestinian Teen Jailed for Slapping IDF Soldier
The 17-year-old received a personalized soccer jersey from the team in a visit to the Spanish capital
FIFA Suspends Palestinian Football Chief Jibril Rajoub for 'Inciting Violence'
Year-long suspension comes after Rajoub called on 'football fans to target the Argentinian Football Association and burn jerseys of Lionel Messi,' soccer’s governing body said
Analysis Ozil’s Decision to Quit German Soccer Team Is a Victory for Racists Worldwide
Backlash against the Turkish-descent midfielder shows that children of immigrants are never allowed to forget their roots, especially when things take a turn for the worse
World Cup 2018: Russia Welcomes All Soccer Fans, as Long as They're Not Gay
In Brazil, the World Cup was a carnival of color, race, nationality and gender. In Russia, LGBT fans cannot feel safe, wave the pride flag or walk hand in hand with their same-sex partners
If Your Team Gets Knocked Out of the World Cup in a Penalty Shootout – Blame Israel
Contrary to popular belief that Germany was behind the penalty shootout idea to settle tied soccer cup games, a letter proves that it was actually an Israeli initiative
Jerusalem Was Main Issue in World Cup Warm-up's Cancellation, Argentine FM Says
Jorge Faurie contradicted the remarks of Culture Minister Miri Regev, who claimed that her demand to hold the game in the capital had nothing to do with canceling Argentina’s arrival in Israel
Analysis Who Needs BDS: Israel Scores Spectacular Own Goal in Argentina Soccer Fiasco
The Argentines didn’t want to play an exhibition match in Israel in the first place, but would have come to Haifa. Then Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev moved in
Argentina Cancels Jerusalem Soccer Match With Israel Following Palestinian Pressure
Palestinian soccer official urged Argentina to call off the match after it was moved to Jerusalem ■ Israeli embassy says game nixed over 'threats and provocations' against Messi
The South Sudanese Children Who Dream in Hebrew in Uganda’s Capital
After being deported to South Sudan, these kids now attend a private school in Kampala funded by an Israeli organization
A Shot At Peace Israeli Soccer Star Posts Photo With Iranian Midfielder: 'We Show It Can Be Different'
In soccer, Maor Buzaglo writes on his Facebook page, 'there is one language without prejudice and without wars'
Israel's Deportations of Asylum Seekers Spur Tensions Between Rwanda, Uganda
Deportees from Israel are reportedly being smuggled from Rwanda into neighboring Uganda, causing tensions to rise between the neighbors
Israel's Big Lie Revealed: Deported Asylum Seekers in Uganda Lament Broken Promises and a Grim Future
Haaretz met with deported asylum seekers who were left with no papers or work permits; they can't even enter refugee camps as they have no status. One option is to risk death and head for Europe
Israel’s Little-known Contribution to Soccer History - Penalty Shootouts
There is a letter that proves that it was Israel - and not Germany - that helped make the idea of breaking ties during playoff matches with kicks from the penalty mark into an integral part of the sport we know today
Israel's Most Beloved Referee Gets Hero's Welcome at FIFA Soccer Museum
Referee Abraham Klein shared a field with some of the game's greats during three World Cups, and is now sharing his impressive collection of memorabilia with visitors to the World Football Museum in Zurich
Legendary Israeli Soccer Referee Abraham Klein Honored by FIFA Museum in Switzerland
Klein, who officiated at three World Cup tournaments, presented items from his personal collection to the museum
FIFA Museum to Honor Legendary Israeli Referee Abraham Klein
A collection Klein accumulated over 50 years as a referee is to be housed in the FIFA World Football Museum in Switzerland. The collection was due to be auctioned but a Haaretz article caught the museum's eye
Analysis Qatar's Diplomatic Isolation Could Cost It the 2022 World Cup
And that's after the Gulf emirate's successful bid for the games was mired in allegations of bribery
Against All Odds, Syrian National Soccer Team Performing Wonders in International Competition
It might be hard to support a team that is in part the Assad propaganda machine. But it’s also hard not to root for a team that is playing so hard.
Game of Politics Israel's National Soccer Team Heads to Spanish BDS Bastion for World Cup Qualifier
The city of Gijon passed an extreme anti-Israel resolution declaring itself 'a space free of Israeli apartheid.'
Egypt Detains Suspects in Plot Against Israeli Soccer Coach
A massive security detail is being planned for a November 13 game in Alexandria between Egypt and Ghana, whose national team is coached by Israeli Avram Grant.
FIFA Makes No Decision on Discussion of Israeli Settlement Team Ban
Palestinians have said that if the matter isn't brought up for discussion they would petition the Court of Arbitration for Sport, making a FIFA-brokered solution impossible.
Or Sasson's Bronze Medal Brings Israeli Judo Back to Its Glory
Some people can't leave the losses of the first two days in Rio alone, but now it’s two medals and counting.
Soccer Hapoel Be’er Sheva Moves One Step Closer to Champions League Riches
Israeli champion to find out play-off opponent Friday, following Wednesday’s surprise 1-0 win over Greek champion Olympiacos.
How a German Businessman Ended Up Representing Palestine in Rio
Christian Zimmermann, 55, stands out among the other members of the Palestinian Olympic team. Though it is unclear how he gained a Palestinian citizenship, his curious story seems to be a mix of both ideology and opportunism.