Israel took over as the official team of Mandatory Palestine. In 1994, they joined UEFA, switching from AFC, and have been playing against European teams in World Cup qualifying matches ever since. Israel played in the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, but did not advance past the group stage.

Unfortunately, the Israeli soccer team has not been able to secure a spot in the final rounds of the European Championship. However, they have achieved quarter-final appearances in the Olympics twice, in 1968 and 1976. The team’s home matches are split between Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa and Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem.

Yossi Benayoun is known as the most renowned and experienced soccer player from Israel. It’s worth mentioning that the speedy midfielder has previously played for teams such as Racing Santander, West Ham United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea. For their home matches, the Israeli team wears blue shirts and blue shorts, while they don white shirts and white shorts for away games.