This week: Maccabi “Shachar” faces Sigma on Wednesday

Two and half weeks ago, Maccabi “Shachar” Tel Aviv played the first leg of their second round UEFA Youth Champions League tie against Sigma Olomouc in the Czech Republic. The young Yellow & Blue drew 1:1 before heading out to the international break. Since returning the team has had full training session in preparation for the return leg on Wednesday November 27th, 17:00 at the Ramle Stadium.

Please note: Entrance to the match is by ticket only (free). Tickets will be distributed on Matchday by the northern gate of the stadium.

Maccabi “Shachar” Tel Aviv advanced to the second round of UEFA Youth Champions League action after falling in the first leg of the first round to Anzhi Makhachkala 2:3 as Eduardo Guerrero and Mufleh Shalata scored for Maccabi. The second leg saw the young Yellow & Blue defeat Anzhi Makhachkala 3:0 to advance on aggregate 5:3 thanks to a hat trick by Guerrero (7, 90, 90).

Maccabi “Shachar” was then drawn against Sigma Olomouc in the second round and drew 1:1 in the Czech Republic. The host’s took a 1:0 lead in the 68’ while Shalata found the equalizer in the 87’ as he made his way by three defenders and found the back of the goal from 13 meters.

On Wednesday, Maccabi “Shachar” will look to advance to the Playoff Round when they face Sigma at the Ramle Stadium at 17:00 in the return leg. Should they make it past Sigma the Under-19 side will be drawn against a team that finished in 2nd place of the competition’s group stages.

We saved the best for last: The checkered kit returns

Are you familiar with Black Friday? So then you probably also know about Yellow Friday! This year, just like the past two, Maccabi Tel Aviv will take part in one of the biggest sale days around the world with some amazing deals. There will be hundreds of Official Club items waiting for you!

After countless requests, the Club decided to bring back the limited edition famed Checkered Kit in honor of Retro Monday that will conclude this past weekend’s shopping celebration.

CLICK HERE to purchase the Checkered Kit

So what can you expect to see on sale?

  • Tons of products for 30 NIS only!
  • 50-70% Off on many items
  • Season tickets at a special price – Click here (as per the rules and regulations of the sale
  • Over 10,000 products in stock
  • Free delivery for purchases over 199 NIS
  • Please note that quantities are limited and you won’t be able to purchase an item once it’s sold out
  • Check out plenty of other surprises!

You can make your purchases via credit card or PayPal

For the size chart click here.

Did you spend more than 199 NIS? You’ll get Free Delivery!

Beginning on Thursday November 22nd until Monday night, all orders over 199 NIS will qualify for free delivery right to your door. Delivery will be only 25 NIS for orders under 199 NIS. You can also pick up your orders from the Official Club Stores: Kiryat Shalom (106 Ben Tzvi Street, Tel Aviv). For the store hours click here.

Please note, pickup at one of the Official Stores must be done within 7 days from the time that a message is received that the order is ready. After 7 days, all packages will be brought to the Official Store at Kiryat Shalom (106 Derech Ben Tzvi) and will be available for pickup during regular store hours. The orders will be available at the Kiryat Shalom store for 21 days from its arrival, after-which the package will be mailed by standard postage to the customer at their expense.

Are you making a purchase between Thursday and Saturday? You can choose to pick up your purchases at no extra cost at one of the merchandise stands at the match against Ashdod on Tuesday December 4th at the Netanya Stadium.

For any technical issues with your purchase please email shop@mtafc.com

Make sure to visit the Official Stores
The Official Club Stores at Kiryat Shalom and at Cinema City Rishon Le’Zion also have a 20% on all store products.

Do you have any questions? Click here for the answers.

Questions & Answers: Yellow Friday

Can orders be combined for shipping purposes?
No. A new order will be sent to the warehouse and can’t be combined with other outstanding orders for shipping purposes.

Can orders be made via telephone?
No. Orders can only be made via the Online Shop.

Can a name and number be printed on a 2017/18 jersey?
No.

Can a Jersey with a printed name and number be returned or exchanged?
No, according to the Consumer Protection Law personalized items can not be returned or exchanged.

Are sales the same both at the Online Shop and the stores at Kiryat Shalom and Cinema City Rishon Le’Zion?
No. The stores at Kiryat Shalom and Cinema City Rishon Le’Zion have a sale of 20% on the entire store.

Are certain items available at the stores?
No, the store stock is sold at a quick pace and it can’t be guaranteed that an item will be available upon your arrival at the stores.

When will shipping take place?
As per the Yellow Friday guidelines, shipping of products will arrive at your home or the Club Store within 21 business days and most will be delivered in less time throughout Israel.

What is my preferred size?
Check the size table

How will I know that my order has arrived at the store?
An SMS and an email will be sent to the one registered with the club.

Why isn’t my valid coupon being accepted when I place an order?
Discounts can’t be combined on Yellow Friday.

Will an out of stock product come back into stock?
An out of stock product won’t come back into stock as the items are at the warehouse or in the stores.

Will product prices change?
That can’t be guaranteed as prices may change during the sale.

Can you reserve an item for purchase later?
No. The stock is controlled automatically and is reduced once an item is purchased.

Where can the orders be picked up prior to the match against Ashdod on December 4?
All of the pickup information will be sent via text message ahead of the match. Please note that during the sale, the option to pick up an order at the match will close.

Will there be any other pickup locations other than Kiryat Shalom?
No. Kiryat Shalom will be the only option for order pickup.

International Children’s Day: Ben Luz’s goal at 16.5 years old

International Children’s Day is being marked today (Tuesday) with the goal of advancing the rights of children and youth. The date also reminds us of a young Ben Luz’s debut at the age of 16.5 during the 1994/95 season and scored the match winner against Maccabi Petah Tikva.

השער של בן לוז בגיל 16.5

Coming back: Maccabi returns to training

The International break is in full swing but the Maccabi Tel Aviv players returned to training after a short vacation. Vladimir Ivic’s players arrived back at the PenguinPickUp Training Ground at Kiryat Shalom for a morning training session. Israel National team players, Dor Micha, Sheran Yeini, Eli Dasa, Dor Peretz and Dan Glazer will face Scotland on Tuesday while Predrag Rajkovic who is with Serbia will play Lithuania. In addition, Eden Kartzev is with the Under-19 Israel National Team in Georgia for European Championship qualifiers.

Don Glazer: Hating to lose, ready to succeed and his connection to Gal Alberman

Dan Glazer, the Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder who just returned to the club from a year and half loan spoke about his competitiveness, getting called up to the National Team, his inspiration, brothers and what the future may hold in this intimate interview:

“I’ve been competitive in everything I’ve done my whole life. I remember when I was a child we would play games during recess at school and I was always looking for a way to win. When I lose it still bothers me a lot. It’s always tough to go home and sit quietly.”

Competing with his brothers:
“I don’t even let up with my brothers. There’s a schoolyard that I’ll go to with them and play a game where we try to hit the crossbar. We are very competitive and those who lose will have to clear the table, do the dishes or take the dog out for a walk. Thankfully they’re the ones doing all the work at home until they can beat me.”

Siblings:
“We are three brothers who play at Maccabi Tel Aviv with two in the Youth Academy as well as the Israel National Team. I remember that when we were younger it was always a challenge to keep up with the schedules, where and when we were playing and who was going to watch who. At least they are playing for the same team or else it would have been impossible for my parents. We are great friends. I give them a lot of tips and I learn plenty from them as well, both in football and in life. It’s great that we all play football and it’s amazing to see how they continue to develop.”

On loan:
“I had a good time at Maccabi Netanya. I was a starter and the team did really well. It’s a good place for younger players, but I am a Maccabi Tel Aviv player. I felt that I was a good player four-five years ago but I wasn’t sure what my level exactly was. However, after last season at Netanya I felt that I could play for Maccabi Tel Aviv. When Maccabi calls you, you can’t say no. I’m really happy that up until now I was correct.”

Improving:
“The reason I’m succeeding is because I am playing just as I did the past few seasons in the Leumit League and the past couple in the Premier League. I am learning more and more and how to battle when coming back or how to hold a lead and how to continue on after a poor performance. I am very aware as to what I need to work on and where I did to improve. But I also know that I have to help the team out with numbers and by scoring. I hope that I will continue to improve as the season continues on.”

Gal Alberman:
“At the start of the season I told Yoav Ziv that I wanted to wear number 6 and that it would really be special for me as Gal Alberman wore that number. I remember going to watch Gal at every training session that I could to see how he stands, his mentality, his technique and his tactics on the pitch. It’s no secret that he is my role model who had a great career and who is an amazing person. I hope that I can be as good as he was and that Maccabi will have yet another quality #6.”

Getting called up for the Israel National Team:
“I was having lunch with a friend when all of sudden I received a message from my brother saying that I was called up for the National Team. I didn’t realize that they were announcing the team that day and I didn’t pay attention to the message. But then I began receiving tons of congratulations and I didn’t understand what was going on. My father called me all excited and I had a moment where I said, ‘Wow’ I have just realized a dream. I had always dreamed about being in the Israel squad. I hope that I can stay there as it’s the goal of every footballer. It’s great to be with the National Team.”

Fan song:
“A friend of mine tagged me on Facebook saying how Rami Weisz was calling me Don Leon. My middle name is Leon and many friends call me that just to bother me. It’s great that this may be the song the fans have for me.”

The future:
“I’m taking my first degree at Kiryat Ono and it’s great that I’ll have this. I hope that after many good years as a footballer I’ll be able to work with younger players and If I can succeed in this area and help them then that will be really terrific. I hope that we will be in Europe next season and we will begin early but if not then I’ll get laser surgery on my eyes.”

Where will Dan Glazer be in ten years?
“I hope that I will be able to play in another country one day and then come back and play for Maccabi. I want to be an Israel National Team player and a family man because family is very important for me. And most of all I want to be satisfied from football.”

Trivia: Maccabi players and the National Team

5 Maccabi representatives taking part in European Championship Qulification

The Israel Under-19 team are taking part in the European Championship Qualification tournament and there are five Yellow & Blue representatives with the squad that’s taking place in Georgia. Israel began the competition with a 4:1 win over Azerbaijan as all five players took part in the contest. On Saturday, the National team will play Lichtenstein and then will face the host’s on Tuesday. The two National teams who finish in the top two places will advance to the Elite Group.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Representatives:
Amit Glazer
Alon Shtrozberg
Tomer Mahluf
Yoav Hofmayster
Eden Kartzev

Following the tournament, the players will return to the Under-19 team and will begin preparations for the second leg of second round UEFA Youth Champions League action against Sigma Olomouc. The match will take place on Wednesday November 28th, 17:00 at the Ramle Stadium.