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Israeli Sports Leagues Resume Play Amid Ongoing Conflict

3/25/2026

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Israeli professional sports leagues resume amid ongoing conflict under safety guidelines.
Matches will be played without spectators, and stadiums meet Home Front Command standards.
The Leumit League resumes on March 24, and the Premier League follows on April 4.
Erez Kalfon, Chairman of the Leagues Administration, hopes games relieve fans despite no crowds.
The Israel Basketball League is preparing for a bubble format if play in Israel is not feasible.

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Israeli professional sports leagues resume amid ongoing conflict under safety guidelines.
Matches will be played without spectators, and stadiums meet Home Front Command standards.
The Leumit League resumes on March 24, and the Premier League follows on April 4.
Erez Kalfon, Chairman of the Leagues Administration, hopes games relieve fans despite no crowds.
The Israel Basketball League is preparing for a bubble format if play in Israel is not feasible.