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Kartzev signs contract extension and joins Kiryat Shmona on loan

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Eden Kartzev, extended his contract at Maccabi before joining Ironi Kiryat Shmona on a one-year-loan deal after an agreement was reached between the two clubs.

Maccabi Tel Aviv’s CEO, Ben Mansford, told the club’s official website: “Eden is one of the best young talents in Israel at the moment and we are delighted that he has committed again to a longer term contract at Maccabi. 

Mitch invested in the Academy from the start of his ownership and this continued investment allows us to nurture and develop the best young players in the country. Eden is a product of this commitment and I look forward to Eden continuing his professional progression with further game time at Kiryat Shmona”.

Kartzev, made his 5th appearance for Israel’s U-21’s in the 2-1 victory over Kazakhstan and his 64th international appearance in total for the young national teams. Last season, during a six-month loan spell at Hapoel Hadera, Kartzev scored two goals in 16 appearances in all competitions.

 

“Hayevuan” sign new Maccabi partnership

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Maccabi Tel Aviv is pleased to announce that “Hayevuan”, an alcoholic beverages outlet, has joined us as a commercial partner, and an agreement for the 2019/20 season has been signed.

“Hayevuan” is a leading Israeli outlet chain that sells prestigious alcoholic beverages and offers consumers products at import prices.

Maccabi COO Sharon Tammam said: “I am pleased to announce our new commercial partner and believe that together we will be able to create added value for the company. No less important, we will be able to offer our supporters the opportunity to benefit from special deals. We were pleased to discover that the company’s owners consider the example of Maccabi’s work with other commercial enterprises as the best method for them to increase their exposure and their market share,” she added.

“Hayevuan” owners Avi Menahem and Eviatar Edot said: “From the moment we decided that we would like to spread the word that our outlets are the place to buy the best products and the lowest prices in Israel, it was clear to us that Maccabi was the only way to go. We understand that through Maccabi Tel Aviv we can greatly increase our commercial exposure and also the club’s brand, which exudes excellence and perseverance. That is the perfect model for our company at this time.”

Saturday youth academy league action

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Maccabi Tel Aviv “Shahar” v. Maccabi Netanya “Shlomi” 16:00 in Ness Ziona.
Following two draws in the opening rounds of the season, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s youth side will be looking for a first victory but Netanya will not want to sustain another loss to add to the one they have already suffered in the opening round and the draw they earned the following week.

Ashdod “Gilbert” v. Maccabi Tel Aviv “Oded” (Boys A), 09:00 at Ashdod College
Coach Uri David’s charges will be making a comeback after a long break and will travel to Ashdod for the opening league fixture of the season.

Maccabi Tel Aviv “Eli Fuchs” v. Beitar Tubruk, 08.30 at Kiryat Shalom
The boys’ B team will host Beitar Tubruk from Netanya in the fourth round of their league. The boys have notched a win and a loss and have another fixture outstanding. Tubruk will be full of confidence with a perfect record from their three matches.

Hapoel Nahalat Yehuda v. Maccabi Tel Aviv “Eldad” 11.00 at Nahalat Yehuda, Rishon Lezion
The boys’ C team will begin official action for the first time prior to launching in the league next week and prepare for that occasion with a cup tie against Nahalat Yehuda on Saturday.

Maccabi players visit children’s hospital

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As Maccabi Tel Aviv begin preparations to resume league action, and Saturday’s match with Hapoel Kfar Sava, players Ruslan Barsky, Eyal Golasa, Daniel Tenenbaum and Omer Atzili took time out on Tuesday and joined in the activities of the Maccabi Tel Aviv Foundation at the pediatric ward at Ichilov Hospital, also known as Dana Hospital, where they distributed gifts ahead of the Jewish New Year and wished  children Shana Tova.

Barsky said: “It’s truly heartwarming to come here and see the children’s reaction. Even a small smile from them makes us feel that we have done something good. It’s a praiseworthy and generous gesture by the club.” Watch the video.

Of the time off during the international break, Barsky added: We are continuing to work hard every day. The break has been brief and we are carrying on our tasks and preparing for the clash with Hapoel Kfar Sava as the game on Saturday is crucial.”

When Asher met and trained with Atar

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We all have dreams, but not everybody is fortunate enough to see them fulfilled, although in the case of Asher Ben Ziman, a Maccabi Tel Aviv supporter with autism, his dream was realized gloriously.

Asher asked the Maccabi Tel Aviv Foundation to help him fulfill his wish to train with the club before reaching his Bar Mitzva. Particularly, he asked to meet striker Eliran Atar. When Atar heard about the request, he wasted no time and invited Asher and prepared a surprise that Asher will never forget. 

Kopell Group extends sponsorship deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv

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Israel logistics and towing company Kopell Group has signed a two-year extension to its sponsorship of Maccabi Tel Aviv Football Club. The Kopell Group’s sponsorship of Maccabi Tel Aviv is entering is tenth continuous year, making it one of the most enduring promotional sports deals in Israel and abroad.

Says Kopell Group Deputy CEO Sherut Tamam: “Sponsorship deals of such duration are rare in Israel and abroad and we are delighted at Maccabi’s confidence in our company and its owner and lifelong fan Miki Kopell. The sponsorship has added value to our company, a trend that we believe will continue.” 

Says Miki Kopell: “I have supported Maccabi Tel Aviv from the age of eight. And now at 47, I continue attend every match, home, away and abroad. For me Maccabi Tel Aviv is family.

“My company are veteran donors to Israeli football – the club has had an enormous influence on the Kopell Group’s growth and I am confident the sponsorship will continue to help us expand further.”

FOREVER fans’ tournament: Action, thrills and spills

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Over 150 players took time out on Saturday to come to Kiryat Shalom to compete in the FOREVER fans’ summer tournament sponsored by Powerade. Twelve teams participated in the fun event, including one from Maccabi’s back office that was reinforced by former player Yoav Ziv. The XXX team won the event by beating FC Kamanan 4-1 in the final. The winning team’s players will celebrate at a prestigious meat restaurant where they will watch a UEFA Champions League game in the presence of two Maccabi players.

Under-15s take third place in Austria tourney

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Maccabi Tel Aviv’s under-15 Youth team recorded an excellent result at the international tournament for their age groups in Vienna on Sunday by beating home team Admira Wacker 2-1 in the third place playoff. Maccabi led 2-0 through goals by Ido Dalal and Osher Bruchim and although Admira managed a consolation strike towards the end, the Maccabi boys held on for victory.

The tournament was won by hosts Rapid Vienna, who beat Schalke 04 of Germany 2-1 in the final.

Maccabi finished second in their group after beating Randers of Denmark 2-0 on Friday but lost 4-1 to hosts Rapid Vienna and drew  1-1 with Sturm Graz on Saturday.

Admira were second-place finishers in their group which was made up by Schalke 04 (Germany), Ferencvaros (Hungary) and Slavia Prague (Czech Republic).

“The team achieved great results and the third place finish was the result of good preparation, excellent concentration and execution of our plans,” coach Boaz Bracha said after the tournament.

“We are very proud of the players, who displayed maturity and application and we are certain that it has been a good preparation for the rest of the season,” Bracha added. 

U-15s to play for third in Austria tourney

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Maccabi Tel Aviv’s under-15 Youth “C” team have finished in second place in their group at the international tournament in Vienna after notching a win, a draw and a loss over the past two days, and will meet Austrian opponents Admira Wacker on Sunday seeking to finish third in the event.

Maccabi began the tournament with a win on Friday when they beat Randers of Denmark 2-0, the goals coming from Ron Rabinovitch and an own goal by the Danes. On Saturday, hosts Rapid Vienna made full use of their home advantage and beat their Israeli visitors 4-1, and in a second fixture, Maccabi managed to hold Sturm Graz in a 1-1 draw. Maccabi’s goals in both matches were scored by Agam Hanoun.

Maccabi were drawn in a group with Rapid Vienna and Sturm Graz from the host nation and Runders of Denmark.

The tournament’s second group consists of Admira Wacker (Austria), Schalke 04 (Germany), Ferencvaros (Hungary) and Slavia Prague (Czech Republic). 

U15 team to Vienna tournament

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Maccabi Tel Aviv’s under-15  squad has travelled to a prestigious tournament in the Austrian capital, Vienna, where they will face quality opposition and where they will be able to test their abilities against players in their age group from some of Europe’s junior top sides. 

The tournament will be a good preparation for the coming season and the boys hope to register good results.

The eight team Viennese tournament is one of the club’s most important youth events on the continent and last three days (Sept. 6-8). Teams will be divided into two groups of four with the winners of each advancing to the final on Sunday, Sept. 8.

Maccabi have been drawn into a group with Rapid Vienna and Sturm Graz from the host nation and Runders of Denmark.

The second group consists of Admira Wacker (Austria), Schalke 04 (Germany), Ferencvaros (Hungary) and Slavia Prague (Czech Republic).

Maccabi’s schedule: Friday at 19.10 v. Runders, Saturday at 11:00 v. Rapid Vienna, 18:30 v. Sturm Graz. Sunday: Matches to determine final positions.