Maccabi Haifa

Soccer supporters hold an Israeli flag during a match between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at in London, the United Kingdom on Jan. 24, 2019. (Charlotte Wilson/Offside/Getty Images)

After outcry, French authorities allow Israeli soccer fans to wave their flag in Strasbourg

The decree against the visiting fans of Maccabi Haifa sparked vocal protests by officials of the Jewish state.

Gal Mekel back in NBA with New Orleans Pelicans

The former Maccabi Haifa standout, waived this season by Dallas, signed a non-guaranteed deal with New Orleans and had six assists in his first game.

Visa snafu tanks Mekel’s NBA plans

The Indiana Pacers were primed to sign the Israeli guard following his release by the Dallas Mavericks, but opted for a different player because of the visa delays.

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Palestinian soccer player injured in Israeli post-game brawl

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NBA’s Dwight Howard to visit Israel

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Salita to wear Maccabi Haifa logo in title bout

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