The new season is here and on Tuesday Maccabi Tel Aviv together with FILA unveiled the 2019/20 Kit at a special launch event at FACTORY 54 by the Tel Aviv Port.

Maccabi players Dor Micha, Eliran Atar, Itay Shechter, Shahar Piven, Omer Atzili and Maor Kandil modeled the three new Kits that the club will appear in this coming campaign.

In addition to the players, a number of celebrities were also on hand to view the new collection including reality star Liron “Tiltil” Urpali, Asaf Goren along with Yosiel Neaman, musician Shaked Komemy, Regev Hod and Peter Roth.

Maccabi Tel Aviv CEO Ben Mansford spoke about the event: “I want to give a big thanks to Yossi Irani and everyone involved in this wonderful event. At Maccabi we are always striving to be the first and to be the market leader in all that we do and I believe the collaboration with FILA is a signal as to exactly how we want to be. If you look at FILA, they are an iconic brand that is prestigious and respected around the world. We are excited and believe that they will be a long term partner.”

Yossi Irani, owner of the Irani Group explained: “This is an event which is very important for our company. Last year I was at a FILA event and I met the President of FILA who unfortunately passed away. I asked him what he could do for Israel and Maccabi Tel Aviv and as a warm Jew he understood the meaning of my request. He told me to bring Maccabi Tel Aviv and this is like a dream for us. I brought the developments back from FILA to Maccabi and the story went from there and now here we are.”

“This is a brand that has tremendous international momentum and we are happy with the collaboration. We are certain that it will last for at least a few years and will be positive for both FILA and Maccabi Tel Aviv. ”

With the Championship Plate in the Trophy Case, a powerful and proven team on the pitch and an uncompromising commitment to excellence in every field, Maccabi Tel Aviv continues to raise the bar for the upcoming 2019/20 season. The leading Israeli football club is proud to join FILA, one of the most sought after fashion brands in the world to launch the official new Kit for the new campaign.

This season will see Maccabi’s Home Kit feature one of the iconic designs in the club’s history. The Yellow & Blue checkers, which pierced the hearts of the supporters following the smashing success of the 1995/96 historical season will now be a part of the club’s new and intriguing chapter.

In addition, the fans have developed a growing expectation over the years for a specific design which has been mentioned time and time again. This season we can declare that FILA lifted the gauntlet with the design of the Away Kit and the wait is finally over.

They are joined by a 3rd Kit that draws a strong inspiration from the world of FILA. The Kit features golden stripes on a white background along with a collar and buttons which connects the Maccabi players and the fans to the unique line and style of the brand.

A great amount of thought was invested in the aspect of the design as the official Kits will also combine high quality standards and advanced technology. One of the key additions is the quick sweat-evaporation technology which will aid the players as they push themselves to optimum performance and also allow the fans to enjoy maximum comfort offered by the new Kit.

Of course this is just the beginning. The launch of the brand new collection is just the opening for the collaboration between Maccabi and FILA, who in recent years has established itself as a popular and trendy brand among the leaders of the fashion world.

As part of the cooperation, additional Maccabi clothing and accessories will also be influenced by FILA’s style – all for the benefit of the players and fans of the champion. That’s exactly why the 2019/20 collection’s slogan is: FEEL LIKE A CHAMPION.

 

 

 

The offseason is still in full swing but Maccabi Tel Aviv is preparing for the 2019/20 season in earnest. Over the upcoming weeks the club will be busy on a number of fronts and we’re here to let you know what’s waiting for the Champions

Opening the season with the Official Kit Launch
One of the most exciting events to begin the new campaign is the club’s Official Kit Launch. This season, Maccabi has joined forces with FILA, one of the leading fashion designers in the world and we can assure you that there is something special in the offing. The Official Kit will be unveiled at a celebratory event on June 17th and you’ll be able to purchase the Kit via the Official Club Stores and the club’s Online Shop.

The players return to the pitch
After enjoying the summer break, the Yellow & Blue players will officially begin training on June 19th. On June 20th the team will head out to Holland for an 11 day training camp as Head Coach Vladimir Ivic will get his first look at his side for the upcoming campaign.

The squad will also have a second training camp between July 7-15 which will also take place in Holland. The camp will include preseason friendlies ahead of the important tasks at hand as Maccabi Tel Aviv readies for the season.

You will be able to follow all of the action from the preseason on the Official Website, App and all of the club’s social media networks.

Champions League Qualification Draw
Just before heading to the training camp, Maccabi will find out who they will face in their first couple of Champions League qualification rounds when the draw takes place on June 18th. The Yellow & Blue will begin their journey in the second round with the first match slated for July 23/24 while the return leg will take place a week later.

Before the first European contest, Maccabi will play Bnei Yehuda in the Champions Cup kicking off the 2019/20 season. Vladimir Ivic’s squad will look to capture the first title of the campaign as the winner advances to the Toto Cup Semifinal.

Transfer Window
Every supporter can’t wait for the summer as well as the transfer window which goes together with it. If you want to be the first to know the latest news and views make sure to download the Official App. Don’t forget to allow for push notifications in your settings so you’re up to date.

The 2019/20 season is still some time away, but on Tuesday at the Bursa Offices in Tel Aviv (Stock Exchange) the League Administration held a draw to determine the upcoming campaign’s fixtures.

The Israel Premier League itself will get underway on August 24th but before that, Maccabi Tel Aviv will take part in Champions League qualification and will play in the Champions Cup against Bnei Yehuda on July 20th. The Yellow & Blue won’t take part in the opening stages of the Toto Cup while the winner of the Champions Cup will go directly to the Semifinals of the Toto Cup competition.

Maccabi will open the season with an away match at Premier League new comer Nes Ziona while the first Derby will be away on Matchday 12 at Hapoel Tel Aviv.
Other key dates will be a Matchday 4 date with Maccabi Haifa at home and a Matchday 5 tilt at Beitar Jerusalem. The Yellow & Blue will also host Hapoel Beer Sheva on Matchday 8.

2019/20 Regular Season Fixtures
* Dates and times to be confirmed
Matchday 1 – 24.8: Sektzia Nes Tziona – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 2 – 31.8: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Bnei Yehuda
Matchday 3 – 14.9: Hapoel Kfar Saba – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 4 – 21.9: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Maccabi Haifa
Matchday 5 – 28.9: Beitar Jerusalem – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 6 – 5.10: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Hadera
Matchday 7 – 19.10: Ashdod – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 8 – 26.10: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Beer Sheva
Matchday 9 – 2.11: Hapoel Raanana – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 10 – 9.11: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Haifa
Matchday 11 – 30.11: Hapoel Kiryat Shmona – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 12 – 3.12: Hapoel Tel Aviv – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 13 – 7.12: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Maccabi Netanya
Matchday 14 – 14.12: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Sektzia Nes Tziona
Matchday 15 – 24.12: Bnei Yehuda – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 16 – 28.12: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Kfar Saba
Matchday 17 – 4.1: Maccabi Haifa – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 18 – 11.1: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Beitar Jerusalem
Matchday 19 – 18.1: Hapoel Hadera – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 20 – 25.1: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Ashdod
Matchday 21 – 1.2: Hapoel Beer Sheva – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 22 – 8.2: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Raanana
Matchday 23 – 15.2: Hapoel Haifa – Maccabi Tel Aviv
Matchday 24 – 22.2: Maccabi Tel Aviv = Hapoel Kiryat Shmona
Matchday 25 – 29.2: Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Tel Aviv
Matchday 26 – 7.3: Maccabi Netanya – Maccabi Tel Aviv

2010/11: Eliran isn’t afraid of PSG
Way before he entered onto the list of the club’s top ten scorers, Eliran Atar broke the ice against the French outfit at Bloomfield Stadium in the Europa League playoffs. Not only did he score his first goal, but he added a second in a 4:3 win that just fell short of Maccabi advancing to the next stage of the competition.

2016/17: Golasa’s Golazo
There isn’t a footballer who wouldn’t want this to be his first marker. Europa League Group Stages, away match against a quality opponent in Alkmaar in Holland and a winner in a 2:1 victory, with no less not his stronger foot. Check out Eyal Golasa’s debut goal in Yellow & Blue.

2012/13: Eitan Tibi knows how to score
The veteran central defender may not be known for his goal scoring prowess but on Matchday 25 of his first season with Maccabi he found the back of the goal. The Yellow & Blue were at Bnei Sakhnin and Tibi helped his team out to win victory on their way to the championship (0:50 in the video).

2010/11: Micha’s dream debut
It was clear right from the start that Micha would have quite a career in Yellow & Blue. Coach Moti Ivanir gave him his debut and the midfielder grabbed it with both hands, Maccabi defeated Hapoel Ramat Gan and Micha who was wearing #23 starred with an assist and also his first goal in his first match with the First Team. (3:50 in the video).

2014/15: Dor Peretz makes his mark
This past season he may have become a scorer with 8 goals, but his debut marker with Maccabi came when he was a 19 year old. #42 was appearing in the Toto Cup quarterfinals against Hapoel Petah Tikva and made his mark with his forts goal in a 6:0 win. (2:20 in the video).

2015/16: Rikan’s left footed special
Over Avi Rikan’s career, he’s proved that he can play multiple positions and his first goal came on Matchday 11 of his debut season with Maccabi. This time as a left back, Rikan found the back of the goal to finish off a 3:0 win over Hapoel Haifa at Sammy Ofer. (3:23 in the video).

2008/09: Yeini’s unforgettable goal
No player ever forgets their first goal, but our captain has an extra special reason not to forget his as well. On Matchday 1 of the season Maccabi was playing Bnei Yehuda and Yeini scored his debut goal in fine fashion and deep into injury time.

2017/18: Yonatan Cohen first in goal in his Yellow & Blue debut
This season saw Cohen loaned out, but at the start of the campaign he was still playing with the Yellow & Blue during the first round of Europa League qualifying against Tirana from Albania. Cohen took advantage of the opportunity and scored a goal in his first match with Maccabi with a fantastic left footed strike, (0:50 in the video).

2016/17: Aaron’s shoulder – Take One
Well before he did it in the championship match against Maccabi Haifa this season, Aaron Schoenfeld proved that he could score with his shoulder. The tall striker did just that in the State Cup Semifinals versus Beitar Jerusalem at Sammy Ofer Stadium that set off some of the most emotional celebrations in the club’s history. (0:58 in the video).

Gal Alberman, the Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder from 2010-2017 announced his retirement today, Thursday after a 19 year career.

Alberman arrived at Maccabi in the summer of 2010 after two seasons with German Bundesliga outfit Borussia Monchengladbach. 

The midfielder played seven seasons for Maccabi and was a central figure during the club’s successful run in 2012/13. With the Yellow & Blue, Alberman also served as the club’s captain throughout the years, won 3 league championships, a State Cup and a Toto Cup.

In 2015/16 Alberman was selected as the Players Player at the Gala event. Watch the video clip that sums up his career.

Alberman made 312 appearances for Maccabi Tel Aviv across all competitions and was also part of the 2015/16 squad that advanced to the Champions League Group Stages as well as the team that played in the Europa League in 2013/14 and 2016/17. The midfielder scored 10 goals and recorded 7 assists over the course of his career.