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Yellow-and-Blue Saturday Match Results
Beitar “Oren” Jerusalem 0:1 Maccabi “Oded” Tel Aviv
Ori Uzan and Leon Asraf’s team has been in fine form since the opening of the season and picked up their fifth win in a row. The young Yellow-and-Blue side went to Bayit Vegan and defeated a tough opponent in Beitar Jerusalem. The match’s lone goal was scored by Deslin Belachio and was assisted by Yarin Sharabi.
Bnei Yehuda Tel Aviv 1:2 Maccabi “Eli Fuchs” Tel Aviv
Eliezer Ben Aharon and Gadi Brumer’s charges got back in the win column with an important derby victory. The Under-16 side were down by a goal in the first half but came back to win on a 78th minute goal by Sahar Sa’adon and an 81st minute strike by Muflach Shla’ata.
Maccabi “Team 2” Tel Aviv 9:1 AS Ramat Eliyahu
The Under-15 Sharon District Club picked up a big win in the first round of the Israel State Cup as they defeated Ramat Eliyahu 9:1 at the Kiryat Shalom Training Center. Yakov Amit scored a hat trick while Yonatan Izzon added a brace with Omer Itzhak, Yoav Lang, Yaov Hofmeister and Hershko Asaf all scoring in the win.
Vermouth- We’re all disappointed for our fans”
The morning after Israel’s 2:1 loss to Cyrus that narrowed their chances of qualifying for the UEFA Euro 2016 Tournament in France, Yellow-and-Blue Captain Eran Zahavi and midfielder Gili Vermouth talked about the disappointing result prior to heading off to Belgium for the campaign’s final match:
“It’s a very sad day and we didn’t take advantage of the opportunity that we had,” Zahavi summed up. “The Wales result in Bosnia with the Bosnians winning also didn’t help. But we can’t even bother looking at that score because we didn’t do what we needed to. We didn’t do the job and now we have to get the job done in Belgium and hope for a miracle when Cyprus hosts Bosnia.”
Looking forward to the match in Belgium, the captain added:
“It will be a miracle if we advance to the playoff but we’re not going to Belgium to have a good time. We will try and do our best. Of course when I play for the National Team I want to give everything I have just like I do for Maccabi. But again these are all excuses, the bottom line is we didn’t get the job done that we had to.”
Gili Vermouth analyzed the match:
“We began the match well, especially in the first 15 minutes and then Cyprus began pressuring us and started to control the game. After they scored the first goal we tied it up quickly and we tried to win, but after they scored the second goal they finished us off. We’re all disappointed and upset but especially for our fans.”
On the long shot of qualifying in the last match of the campaign:
“Theoretically we still have a chance, but the situation was much better before when we had destiny in our own hands, now we’ve lost that. We will do the maximum and only after the last game in Belgium will we sum up the whole tournament. Right now we have to lift up our heads and get ready for the next game.”
“I’m happy that I’m playing in so many competitions”
Eitan Tibi, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s starting central defender will use his experience gained from club play when he suits up for the Blue-and-White of Israel against Cyprus and Belgium. Tibi talks about the upcoming National Team matches:
You’ve played in a number of various competitions, how will this help going into the National Team games:
“I always tell myself that I should just be healthy and be able to play in 
all of these different competitions. That’s all a footballer asks for. I’m very happy that I am playing
in so many competitions and I hope it continues. The games against Cyprus and Belgium won’t be easy and I know that playing in the Champions League will help us against these countries. The experience that we’ve had against bigger and better teams in Europe will certainly be helpful to all of us.”
Maccabi’s defense is also that of the Israel National Team:
“That’s also good and I hope that our defense will help us perform well and advance further in the Euro 2016 tournament.”
“We’ll let our actions on the pitch speak for themselves”
Eran Zahavi, a central component of the Israel National Team is getting ready to face Cyprus on Saturday night, 21:45 in Jerusalem at Teddy Stadium and away at Belgium on Tuesday as the Blue-and-White looks to qualify for the playoffs of the Euro 2016 tournament to be held in France. Maccabi’s number 7 talks about playing in so many matches, the upcoming game with Cyprus and participating in a number of tournaments at the same time:
You’ve had a lot of important matches and now you’re playing with the National Team:
“Yes it’s been a very busy time with a bunch of matches and we’re getting a bit run 
down with so many games in a variety of tournaments. But it’s a lot of fun and while there is a lot of pressure, these are money time matches and I hope that I’ll be able to do what I need to to help out.”
Has there been a period of time where you had this many games:
“These are very important games and can have an impact on the future of the game of football both for Maccabi Tel Aviv and for Israel. Of course we want to come into all of these matches in tip top shape but it’s challenging to do so when there are so many that we’re taking part in. It’s good though as other players who need minutes will get a chance to play.”
The thought is that Cyprus is an easy home match:
“Absolutely not. As professional players we can’t listen to what others think about this or that. These are the last two matches of the campaign and we have to be ready as they will be difficult and we need the points. We will let our actions on the pitch speak for themselves.”
You’re playing with a ton of Maccabi teammates on the National Team:
“It’s a blast for sure to be able to play with them and it’s good for Maccabi as we want to have all of the best players on the pitch together. If my teammates are playing with me for Israel that’s great as it can only help the National Team.”
Colautti: “I’m very thankful for the career that I had”
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv striker Roberto Colautti recently retired and settled in Düsseldorf, Germany after an illustrious playing career that saw him score over 100 goals in Israel, Argentina, Germany and Cyprus between the years of 2000-2015. Colautti appeared in 71 games for the Yellow-and-Blue scoring 20 goals between 2010-3013 before heading off to finish his career in Cyprus at Anorthosis and AEK Larnaca. The Israeli International had a chance to sit down and speak with the club’s Official Website about his playing career, Maccabi Tel Aviv, youth development in Israel as well as the upcoming Israel National Team matches:
You’re recently retired from the game of football:
“I retired on my birthday. It was not an easy decision but on the other hand with everything I had been though it was a natural process. Every player has his time and 
I was nearing my end. How much more could I push myself to continue. My battery was done and I said enough. I’m happy and I’m very thankful for the career that I had.”
Have you been following Maccabi:
“Of course, I do all the time. It was a bit harder in Cyprus, but I was able to keep tabs on them and I’m in touch with some of the players.”
You played with Maccabi when changes started to occur under owner Mitch Goldhar:
“It’s terrific to see what’s going on. It’s an amazing accomplishment when you begin with something at zero and you reach a goal. There’s nothing better than that and Maccabi Tel Aviv did it. No one believed that it could be done but when one person came along with a goal in sight and clear focus he was able to do it, and look where they are now.”
On the current edition Maccabi Tel Aviv:
“In the Champions League you play against the best teams in the world. But now there is nothing more that Maccabi can do. They have achieved the most out of what they have. If they want to be one of the top teams and really be considered one of the best clubs in Europe they have to do some totally different things. They may need more than five foreign players, a bigger budget and also more investment in the youth department. However, they are really working on it now. There will be more of a connection between the first team and the youth clubs and you will see some of the differences in 3-5 years from now.”
Thoughts on the current state of Israeli football:
“I always thought that the youth clubs are very important. A lot more needs to be 
invested into the youth. If you bring in people that understand the youth and know how to train and to totally upgrade the system you could see a huge difference in 4-6 years. I’m talking about all of the clubs here, where they should invest more in their youth system than the first team. This is the only way to advance and improve the level of the league.”
On his greatest moment in Maccabi Tel Aviv:
“It’s hard for me to just pick out one match as I had a couple of years that were totally catastrophic but then I finally saw the light at the end of the tunnel. I saw it, but I wasn’t there. Now is when the light is shining bright. Sure, there was a goal against Olympiakos, but for me it was seeing the transformation of the club.”
The Maccabi fans will always remember your time with the club:
“I really want to thank the Maccabi supporters so much. I learnt a lot during my time with the club and I’m even happier to know that the supporters still remember me. That really makes me happy.”
Would you come back to play:
“I really don’t think so. I’m happy to be with my family and watch football on TV or at a stadium and of course to say hi.”
The Israel National Team plays Cyprus and Belgium this coming week:
“You have to be optimistic but it won’t be easy. I’m hoping for the best but remember I was part of the National Team so I know what it’s like, it’s not going to be easy. But for sure when Maccabi has 9 players on the team it shows you that things are being done correctly at the club. I wish everyone much success going forward.”
Youth department action Saturday – October 10
Another week of youth department matches are upon us this Saturday. Check out all of the details:
Maccabi “Shachar” Tel Aviv
The Under-19 team is off this week and won’t take part in Saturday’s matches. Next week the club will return to action when they will play at Sektzia Nes Tziona.
Beitar “Oren” Jerusalem – Maccabi “Oded” Tel Aviv, Bayit Vegan 09:00
Ori Uzan and Leon Asraf’s team will face their Beitar Jerusalem counterparts in an intriguing clash. The Under-17’s are in the midst of a great start to their campaign, winning four consecutive matches. Even with a game in hand, Maccabi “Oded” are still at the top of the table and will attempt to stay there this Saturday.
Bnei Yehuda Tel Aviv – Maccabi “Eli Fuchs” Tel Aviv, Schunat HaTikva 08:30
After a Derby loss last week, Eliezer Ben Aharon and Gadi Brumer’s side will try to get back on the winning track when they will play yet another Derby, this time against Bnei Yehuda who have yet to pick up a point this season.
Maccabi “Eldad” Tel Aviv
The Under-15 Central District club will not be in action this week due to a league break.
Maccabi “Team 2” Tel Aviv
The Under-15 Sharon District club will not be in action this week due to a league break.
Tickets on sale for Bnei Yehuda Toto Cup Match
The postponed Toto Cup match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Bnei Yehuda will take place on October 28th at 20:30. Bnei Yehuda will host the Matchday Five clash at Bloomfield Stadium with tickets previously being purchased valid for this new date. Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters will be seated in sections 10-11 and tickets may be purchased through the Leaan Ticket Agency.
Ticket prices for sections 10-11:
Ticket Price via telephone *8780/Internet: 60₪
Ticket Price at the Leaan Ticket Office: 55₪
Ticket Price at the Stadium on Matchday should tickets remain: 50₪
Print at home
When ordering the tickets make sure that your email address is correct. After completing your order, a link will be sent via email. Please be patient this may take a few minutes. If 10 minutes have passed and you have not received the email, please check your Spam folder. Please make sure that you print the PDF of the tickets on A4 size paper – one ticket per page.
Entrance to the stadium with the “Print at Home” ticket is one time use only, meaning should you print the ticket more than once only the first entrance will be valid.
Ticket collection
Leaan Ticket Office 101 Dizengoff Street, Tel Aviv: Sunday-Thursday 09:00-19:00, Friday 09:00-13:30
On Matchday at the Stadium ticket windows beginning 3 hours prior to the match until 45 minutes after the start of the match.
Tickets on sale for Maccabi Petach Tikva Match
Following the International break, Maccabi Tel Aviv will be back in action on Matchday Seven of the Ligat Winner League against Maccabi Petach Tikva, Saturday evening October 17th at 20:00. The match will take place at the “Moshava Stadium” home field of Petach Tikva. Ticket sales have begun for Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters and may purchase their seats in sections 10-14.
Tickets sales are open to all Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters and can purchased through the Leaan Website, by phone or at the Leaan Ticket Office located at 101 Dizengoff Street, Tel Aviv. Ticket sales on Matchday will take place should tickets remain.
Ticket Price via telephone *8780/Internet: 60₪
Ticket Price at the Leaan Ticket Office: 55₪
Ticket Price at the Stadium on Matchday should tickets remain: 50₪
Print at home
When ordering the tickets make sure that your email address is correct. After completing your order, a link will be sent via email. Please be patient this may take a few minutes. If 10 minutes have passed and you have not received the email, please check your Spam folder. Please make sure that you print the PDF of the tickets on A4 size paper – one ticket per page.
Entrance to the stadium with the “Print at Home” ticket is one time use only, meaning should you print the ticket more than once only the first entrance will be valid.
Ticket collection
Leaan Ticket Office 101 Dizengoff Street, Tel Aviv: Sunday-Thursday 09:00-19:00, Friday 09:00-13:30
On Matchday at the Stadium ticket windows beginning 3 hours prior to the match until 45 minutes after the start of the match.
Vermouth – “I’m coming into these games in great shape”
The Euro 2016 – UEFA European Championship qualifiers are heading into the home stretch as the Israel National Team is preparing for their final two crucial matches of the tournament. The Blue-and-White are training for their last qualifiers against Cyprus and Belgium that will take place this Saturday and Tuesday nights.
Maccabi Tel Aviv has the most players of any club side in Israel with nine representatives on the National Team. Gili Vermouth spoke exclusively to the Official Website after the players gathered at the Shefayim National Team Training Center and discussed how the preparations are going for their first match, Saturday night at 21:45 in Jerusalem against Cyprus:
“We are all aware as to how important the match against Cyprus is. You could say that the whole campaign is at stake with this one game. We’re feeling good and there’s a lot of positive energy, though it won’t be easy we believe in ourselves and will get the job done.”
On having so many Yellow-and-Blue representatives on the squad:
“It’s usually like this as the best team will have the most players on the National Team. I’m happy for Dor Peretz who got his first call up. He deserved it and he’s just at the start of his career.”
His personal feelings on being called up:
“I was on the team for the last two matches but I didn’t get a chance to play. You could say I was more of a player who was just filling out the squad. However, I’m coming into these games in great shape as I’ve played well recently with Maccabi.”
On how playing in Europe with Maccabi will be helpful:
“Playing in the Champions League gives us more experience and gets us even more prepared for playing international matches. Cyprus is a National Team that’s more or less at our level and the Belgium game will be closer to the matches we’ve had in the Champions League. The Belgians are very strong, but right now we are just concentrating on Cyprus.”
About their next opponent Cyprus:
“When we played Cyprus in Nicosia their wasn’t much of a difference, but whoever saw their last match against Belgium saw that they gave them a very hard time. This is a National Team that plays very well together as a team but I believe we will get a big boost with over 30,000 Israel fans at the game cheering us on.”
What are the chances Israel will advance in the tournament:
“We’re not going to begin figuring out the odds. Each and every player has to keep a positive outlook and be optimistic. Nothing’s guaranteed in football but we will do the best that we can.”
