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Big Chanukah Event: Can you defeat Atzili & Kandil at FIFA

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If you love FIFA and the controller is glued to your fingers and you want to see just how good you are even against Maccabi players we’re happy to announce that the Chanukah Event is here: The HISENSE and Maccabi Tel Aviv Big FIFA Doubles Tournament will be held on December 5-6 at LVL UP in Tel Aviv.

The grand prize for the winning team – Two 50” GAMING TV’s that’s a must for every gamer’s living room and a chance to play a pair of Maccabi Tel Aviv players Omer Atzili and Maor Kandil.

To register for the tournament click here

 

Watch Ben Mansford’s motivational talk to the players:

HISENSE FIFA Tournament gets underway

And that’s not all. The second and third place pairs will attend a Maccabi Tel Aviv match in the HISENSE Box.

How does it work?
– Register to take part in the Doubles Tournament on December 5-6 at LVL UP Yad Harutzim 14, Tel Aviv.
– Registration for the Tournament is limited to 120 players and there is no fee.
– The winners of each day of the tournament will advance to the Final on December 9th at the HISENSE Flagship Store on Kibbutz Galuyot 47, Tel Aviv.
– The winners of the Final will take home a 50” GAMING TV and a chance to play Omer Atzili and Maor Kandil in the Champions Cup match.

Final Preparations: Maccabi “Shachar” awaits Sigma

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Maccabi “Shachar” Tel Aviv is preparing in earnest for Wednesday’s contest (17:00) against Czech side Sigma Olomouc in the return leg of second round Youth Champions League play. The match will be held at Ramle Stadium and although there is no charge for entrance, every fan must have a ticket to enter the facility which can be picked up at the north ticket windows.

Guy Tzarfati’s Under-19 squad 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.

Tzarfati spoke about his club’s upcoming match:
“We have been preparing for this match as we always do for every game, from the players to the staff. But we’ve also put an emphasis on the tactical side of the game.”

Advancing to the next round:
“We know that a goalless draw will be enough for us to advance but we are preparing for a match that will have goals and we are taking that into account. The most important thing in these types of matches is to come with a lot of confidence and not to think about the result in the first leg, but with the goal of advancing to the next stage.”

Adrenaline pumping:
“I don’t think that the right word is excitement but readiness. The players have paid attention to us from the tactical side and the mental side of the game. I’m sure that as the contest approaches the adrenaline will really start pumping and that’s how it’s supposed to be.”

Maccabi’s future on display:
“I want to send a message to all of the Maccabi fans to come out and support us and come see the young players. It’s a chance to see that there is a future for the young Israeli player, especially those at Maccabi Tel Aviv. I’d be happy to see the fans come out and watch us, I hope to see everyone in Ramle.”

This will be the team’s first official match since going on break nearly three weeks ago as they will look to advance to the Playoff Round of the competition. Should they move on, Maccabi “Shachar” would be drawn against a team that finished in 2nd place of the tournament’s group stages with the potential to face one of the well known teams from Europe.

Just before Chanukah: The players visit Dana Children’s Hospital

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Just ahead of the Chanukah Holiday and right before the club gets back to league action, six Maccabi Tel Aviv players made sure to find time to do some good deeds. Avi Rikan, Eliran Atar, Eyal Golasa, Dor Micha, Yonatan Cohen and Omer Atzily arrived at the “Dana” Children’s Hospital and met with the children and their families before the Holiday.

ביקור חנוכה בביה”ח ‘דנה’


Yonatan Cohen spoke about visiting the hospital:
“It’s great that we have the opportunity to bring joy and put a smile on the children’s faces. That’s the most important thing as it puts a lot of things into proportion. Any time that there’s an opportunity to do this, I’m happy to be involved.”

About this Saturday’s match against Maccabi Petah Tikva:
“Every match that we play isn’t easy and we always prepare properly as the staff makes sure that we are ready to go.”

The players met with many children throughout the corridors of the hospital and handed out Maccabi shirts, driedels and chocolate money. They also took pictures and spoke to the families giving them strength during their difficult times.

Maccabi Girls Team advances to State Cup Round of 16

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For the first time this season, the club has a girls team that is playing in a competitive league. Head Coach Mor Shaked has already had her side play a number of matches this season and on Sunday the squad made history by participating in the State Cup tournament.

The Yellow & Blue hosted Hapoel Beer Sheva’s girls team at the PenguinPickUp Training Ground at Kiryat Shalom and won by the score of 12:4. Shaked summed up the contest: “This was our first State Cup match and the team played well using different plays we had worked on in training. They played for each other and controlled the pace of play for the majority of the match. We still have a ways to go but we will continue to work hard to be able to play better and better. Now it’s on to the next match.”

The girls team is for those born between 2005-2007 while there are also training sessions for other age groups as well. For more information please contact Mor – 0524448103.

Friendly: Maccabi defeats the Israel Under-21’s 3:1

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Maccabi Tel Aviv returned to action as they defeated the Under-21 Israel National Team 3:1 at the Raanana Stadium. The match took place roughly a week before the Yellow & Blue returned to League action against Maccabi Petah Tikva as Vladimir Ivic’s squad took home the win over Marko Balbul’s team.

Maccabi used the match to give minutes to many of the players and to keep them in game shape over the course of the 3 week break. The Yellow & Blue took control of the contest but it was the Under-21 Israel National Team that scored first as Omer Lakau found the back of the goal in the 23’. Five minutes before the break, Maccabi found the equalizer via Aaron Schoenfeld who scored off a perfect free kick by Eliran Atar.

In the 76’ Maccabi took the lead thanks to Avi Rikan who put home another Atar assist this time behind Haviv Ohayon who played a half for each team. Dor Micha made it 3:1 in the 90’ with a shot from 14 meters that went into the far corner of the goal.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Starting XI: Ohayon (Tenenbaum 46’), Kandil (Chilaka 77’), Amador, Piven (Hen 83’), Cohen (Glazer 73’), Rikan, Barsky (Micha 77’), Ofoedu (Kartzev 50’), Hozez (Atzily 62’), Atar (Shachar 83’), Schoenfeld (Shechter 62’).

Yonatan Cohen signs long term deal

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Yonatan Cohen committed his future to the club as the talented 22 year-old winger signed a new 3.5-year-deal which will keep him at Maccabi Tel Aviv until the end of the 2021/2022 season.

יונתן כהן מאריך חוזה

Cohen, a product of Maccabi’s Youth Department scored twice in five appearances this season, grabbing both during the 4-1 derby victory over Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Toto Cup.

Cohen scored on his senior debut for the Club finding the net in a 2-0 victory over Albanian side KF Tirana in a Europa League qualifier at Netanya on June 2017. He made five more appearances in European qualifiers and the Toto Cup before returning for another loan spell at Bnei Yehuda for which he scored 8 goals in 37 appearances in all competitions. 

Cohen played a pivotal role in Bnei Yehuda’s Cup winning season of 2016/17 as he scored 9 goals in 37 appearances in all competitions including successfully converting a penalty in the shoot-out against Maccabi in the final.  In August 2015, Cohen made his senior debut whilst on loan at Beitar Tel Aviv Ramle and scored a total of 13 goals in 38 league and cup appearances. The Israel Under 21 international who scored twice in seven appearances, has an impressive record for Maccabi’s youth team for which he scored a total of 31 goals in 59 appearances.

Cohen told the club’s official website: “I am delighted to sign a new long term deal at the club I grew up at from a young age. The burden of proof is now on me to justify the faith shown in me”.

Maccabi CEO, Ben Mansford added: “It always gives me great pleasure to announce that another Maccabi Academy Graduate commits his long term future to the Club. This signing gives me even more pleasure as it involves a young man that has showed real character and professionalism in wanting to stay and earn his place in this new look squad. Yoni made it clear from very early in pre-season that he wanted to be part of Vladimir Ivic’s squad this season and that he wanted his long term future to be in the yellow of Maccabi. Despite not playing as much as he may like, he has continued to show the spirit of Maccabism and push his team mates all the way. Yoni is determined to leave the yellow shirt in a better place and therefore securing him as a footballer and person for the next 3 and a half years is very important. I believe Yoni will play a huge part in what Maccabi seeks to achieve in the years to come”.

 

This week: Maccabi “Shachar” faces Sigma on Wednesday

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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

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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

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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.