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.
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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:
One on One with Dan Glazer
“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.”
Which is your top Rada Prica moment?
Two years ago today, Rada Prica announced his retirement from football. This dates reminds us of the Swede’s terrific career with a chapter dedicated to the Yellow & Blue of Maccabi. Check out some of his great goals below and then vote on the nicest one.
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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.
“The connection between the fans and the Israel National Team gives us the greatest satisfaction”
While the Israel Premier League Ligat Japanika is on the international and pitch winterization break, six Maccabi Tel Aviv players will take part in UEFA Nations League matches with their respective National Teams.
Dor Micha, Sheran Yeini, Eli Dasa, Dor Peretz and Dan Glazer will face Guatemala on Thursday night at the Netanya Stadium as well as a crucial UEFA Nations League contest at Scotland on November 20 at Hampden Park.
Keeper Predrag Rajkovic will be with the Serbia National Team for their matches against Montenegro on Saturday and Lithuania on Tuesday.
Ahead of Israel’s match against Scotland, Dan Glazer spoke about the importance of the fan’s support that will help the team as they look to finish in first place and earn a spot on the playoffs:
“The last couple of home matches against Scotland and Albania were fantastic and I felt for the first time in many many years that the fans wanted us to do well. There was a real connection between the team, the fans, the media and you could feel this on the streets. Everyone wanted us to succeed.”
Satisfaction:
“The victories were not only terrific but it gives us a very good chance to make it to the UEFA Nations League Playoffs should we get a good result against Scotland. We feel the excitement from the fans who stop us and say congratulations, keep up the good work. This gives us the greatest satisfaction that the Israeli people have come back to love the Israel National Team.”
Guys, here are 11 tips for a better life
Maccabi Tel Aviv is proud to take part in this year’s “Movember” events and activities as the club continues to raise awareness about Men’s Health issues. Dr. Olga Raz a clinical dietician from Hadassa Medical Center who works with the club shares some advice on how to keep a healthy life style.
When it comes to men’s health, one must first address some problematic habits that are still more common among men than women. These include smoking, drinking alcohol, maintaining an unhealthy lifestyle, not putting in the time for an annual medical checkup, eating unhealthy foods and more.
Other diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, heart disease, etc., can be prevented if they are discovered in time. How can you do this? By taking the time to go for medical examinations, medical treatment and keeping proper nutrition even before the disease appears. An annual checkup for example is designed precisely for that.
When it comes to eating healthy, it’s important to note that men need more calories than women when it comes to a relatively high proportion of muscle tissue in the male body. The percentage of body fat in men is relatively low compared to women for non-obese people. The differences are largely due to differences in hormones. The male hormone Testosterone is responsible for muscle mass and in order to maintain the muscle you need more calories and protein. When it comes to slimming and slimming diets, men usually get along better with a protein-rich diet than a carbohydrate diet, though Thai may not apply to everyone of course.
How to take care of yourself: 11 tips to improve Men’s Health
1. Maintain proper weight. Excess weight and obesity are risk factors for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancers and mental illness. In addition, significant obesity can cause a decrease in male fertility.
2. Eating food rich in fiber: vegetables, whole grains, pulses, whole bread, etc.
3. Try not to be hungry – do not delay meals, divide your food into a few smaller meals, eat before hunger appears. Large breaks between meal and meal can cause muscle breakdown.
4. Reduce the consumption of foods containing animal fats – fatty meat, fat dairy products and products containing them – burekas, cakes, cookies and the like. Avoid processed meat – sausages and the like.
5. Adding fats that are beneficial to health, such as olive oil and canola, avocado, tahini and so on.
6. Reduced amounts of salt.
7. Reduce alcohol intake to a minimum. It is not as healthy as previously thought.
8. Avoid sweet food – cakes, cookies, waters, snacks, sugary drinks.
9. Moderate exercise: The goal – at least 150 minutes per week.
10. Do a medical checkup at least once a year. Diseases can be prevented, one does not have to wait for their appearance. Colorectal cancer, prostate, heart disease and comprehensive blood tests, including testosterone are recommended.
11. Check vitamin D levels and if it is low, then take a supplement
70K Followers have decided: Your Favorite Posts
70,000 Followers can’t be wrong. The Official Maccabi Tel Aviv Instagram account has reached the 70k follower mark and to honor this milestone we decided to share some facts and stats about the accomplishment as well as taking a look back at some of the best posts from 2018.
Instagram Stats:
- An average month sees Maccabi’s Instagram account accessed 1.5 million times
- On average there are 120 posts and 220 stories published per month
- The 70K followers age range is vast but the majority are between the ages of 18-34
- The most popular days for Maccabi’s Instagram account are Sunday’s and Wednesday’s
- Most followers come from Tel Aviv, Rishon Le’Zion, Holon, Ramat Gan and Jerusalem
- 79% of users are men, 21% are women
Favorite posts from 2018:
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איתי שכטר חתם במועדון לשנתיים, ברוך הבא! @itayshechter #יאללהמכבי #צהובעולה
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Happy Birthday @jordicruyff #mtafc #yallamaccabi #wearemaccabi #wearethebrand
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ברכות חמות לשוער שלנו ואשתו הטרייה אנה לרגל חתונתם. מזל טוב ראיקו! #יאללהמכבי #צהובעולה #95
Maccabi Tel Aviv Fixtures for Matchdays 15-17
The Football League Administration published the dates and times for Matchday 15-17 fixtures of the Israel Premier League Ligat Japanika for matches through the first week of January.
Matchday 15:
December 25 (Tuesday): Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Beer Sheva, 21:00 Netanya Stadium
Matchday 16:
December 29 (Saturday): Hapoel Raanana – Maccabi Tel Aviv, 16:00 Ramat Gan Stadium
Matchday 17:
January 7 (Monday): Maccabi Tel Aviv – Maccabi Netanya, 21:00 Netanya Stadium
