Portuguese forward Xande Silva has joined Hapoel Tel Aviv from MLS side St. Louis City: “Visiting Bloomfield was an emotional moment for me – it’s a great honor to represent this club״
Silva, 28, arrived in Israel last night, successfully completed his medicals, and signed his contract. He will wear the number 10 shirt.
A versatile attacker who plays on both wings and as a second striker, Silva came through the youth academies of Sporting Lisbon and Vitória Guimarães, where he also made his senior debut. He has 50 appearances for Portugal’s youth national teams, scoring 15 goals.
In the summer of 2018/19, Silva was signed by West Ham United, featuring mainly for the club’s reserves. He later moved to Aris Thessaloniki, making 33 appearances across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing three assists. Afterward, he joined French side Dijon, where he recorded six goals and three assists in 33 matches.
In 2023, Atlanta United purchased Silva from Dijon for €3.5 million. During his time in MLS, he played 47 matches, netting seven goals and adding four assists.
Following his signing, Silva said: “I’m very happy and excited to be here. Visiting Bloomfield today was a very emotional experience, and it’s a huge honor for me to represent this club. I hope we can start the season in the best possible way on Saturday. Yalla Hapoel!”
Welcome, Xande!
The Brazilian center-back has joined on loan from Recife, with an option to purchase at the end of the season: “The club’s history and its wonderful fans make joining Hapoel a great honor for״
Chico Alves has signed with the club for one season on loan from Brazilian side Recife, with an option to buy at the end of the term. The defender landed in Israel early this morning, completed his medical examinations, and took part in his first training session in red. Chico will wear shirt number 4.
The 26-year-old, standing 1.88 meters tall, has spent most of his career at Sport Recife in his native Brazil, apart from a loan spell at Grêmio Novorizontino.
Last season, he made 28 appearances in all competitions for Recife, who play in Brazil’s top division, 24 of them as a starter.
After signing, Chico said: “I’m excited to join Hapoel and grateful for the warm welcome. The club’s history, combined with its wonderful fans, makes this a true honor for me. With hard work and commitment, I believe we can achieve great things together. Yalla Hapoel!”
Good luck, Chico!
The young striker joins from Maccabi Netanya: “I’m very excited to join a massive club like Hapoel Tel Aviv״
Idan Barnes has signed a three-year contract with the club after completing a transfer from Maccabi Netanya.
Barnes (21) came through the youth systems of Maccabi Haifa and Beitar Tubruk. At the start of the 2022/23 season, he joined Maccabi Netanya’s youth team, where over two seasons he scored 26 goals in all competitions.
At the beginning of last season, he was promoted to Netanya’s senior squad, making 14 appearances and scoring three goals in the first half of the campaign. In the second half, he was loaned to Hapoel Acre in the National League, where he made 18 league appearances and netted eight goals.
Following the signing, Barnes said: “I’m thrilled to join such a massive club like Hapoel Tel Aviv. I expect to develop alongside the team, achieve great things, and bring joy to our amazing fans. Yalla Hapoel!”
Good luck, Idan!
The young goalkeeper secures his future at Hapoel: “A significant and exciting step for me, but for me this is just the beginning”
Dor Binyamini has signed a new four-year contract with the club and will wear the goalkeeper’s jersey at least until the end of the 2028/29 season.
Binyamini (20) joined the club ahead of the 2023/24 season after three years in Maccabi Petah Tikva’s youth academy, and in that same season led our youth team.
This past season, he was part of the senior squad and made his first-team debut on the final matchday of the season, keeping a clean sheet in a win over Hapoel Kfar Saba.
Dor is a member of Israel’s Olympic national team and made his debut in a friendly against Bulgaria this past June. He has also made appearances for the U18 and U19 national teams.
After signing, Binyamini said: “I’m the happiest person in the world to sign a long-term deal with this great club, which is also my home. It’s a significant step for me, and I’m sure this is just the beginning. I’m grateful to the club for the trust — now it’s my time to repay it on the pitch, keep working hard, improve every day, and give everything for the badge. Yalla Hapoel!”
Good luck, Dor!
The Bulgarian national team midfielder landed in Israel, signed his contract, and held his first training session: ״Excited to be here, can’t wait to meet the fans״
Andrian Kraev has signed a three-year contract with the club, following the completion of his transfer from Portuguese side Casa Pia. The player arrived in Israel this morning and took part in his first training session in red this evening. Kraev will wear the number 6 shirt.
Kraev (26) is a central midfielder standing at 1.94 meters tall. Last season, he played for Casa Pia in Portugal’s top division, making 27 appearances across all competitions and ranking among the league leaders in aerial and defensive duels.
Before his time in Portugal, Andrian spent four seasons at Bulgarian club Levski Sofia, where he served as team captain and made 109 appearances in all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing nine assists.
Over the past three years, Kraev has also become a key figure for the Bulgarian national team, earning 13 caps.
Following his signing, Kraev said: "I’m happy to be here and excited to join a big club like Hapoel Tel Aviv. I’ve seen videos of the fans and I can’t wait to meet them and play for them. Thanks to the staff for the warm welcome — Yalla Hapoel!
Good luck, Andrian!
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv has reached an agreement to acquire Andrian Kraev from Portuguese side Casa Pia. The 26-year-old Kraev is expected to arrive in Israel in the coming days ahead of joining the club
Hapoel has finalized the signing of midfielder Andrian Kraev from Casa Pia. The Bulgarian national team player will arrive in Israel in the coming days and will sign a three-year contract, pending a medical examination.
Kraev (26), a central midfielder 1.94 meters tall, played last season for Casa Pia in Portugal's top division. He made 27 appearances across all competitions and was among the league leaders in aerial and defensive duels.
Before his time in Portugal, Andrian played 4 seasons at Bulgarian club Levski Sofia, where he served as team captain and made 109 appearances in all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing nine assists.
Over the past three years, Kraev has also become a key player in the Bulgarian national team, with 13 appearances.
The kit for 2025/26 were launched in collaboration with members of Kibbutz Re'im - who have recently returned to their home
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv Football Club is proud to unveil tonight (Monday) the team’s official kits for the 2025/26 season - launched in collaboration with the members of Kibbutz Re'im, who recently returned to their homes.
This year, we chose to present the 2025/26 season kits together with the members of Kibbutz Re’im, who have only recently returned after nearly two years - since that cursed day, October 7th, 2023. Their choice to come back, rebuild the kibbutz, and resume their lives there is a true source of inspiration.
These kits don’t just represent a new season - they symbolize a return home, to our natural place.
Upon arriving at the kibbutz, we met several of its members who took part in the launch:
Imri Bonim, a father of three who also served in the kibbutz’s emergency response team as a reservist over the past two years.
Agnes Gabay, a kindergarten teacher at the kibbutz, currently working hard to reopen its daycare.
Gavin Dashward, the kibbutz’s poultry farmer, responsible for 15,000 chickens.
Shabtai Gabay, a devoted fan of the club, who tragically lost his son Yuval z”l at the start of the war.
To the residents of Kibbutz Re’im and to all the people of the Gaza Envelope — these kits are a tribute and a salute to all of you. Our hearts are back where they belong.
And may the red shirt be soaked in sweat.
Yalla Hapoel ❤️
Click here to purchase a season ticket for 2025/26
The leading telecommunications company, providing mobile, internet, and international calling services, has signed a sponsorship agreement with the club for the 2025/26 season
As part of the collaboration, the company’s logo will appear on the back of the team’s match shirts.
XPhone, owned by businessman and club supporter Hezi Bezalel, offers groundbreaking mobile packages in Israel and competitive data plans abroad. The company serves hundreds of thousands of customers, providing a wide range of mobile, internet, and international calling services.
Nissim Gaz, CEO of XPhone:
“We are proud and excited about our partnership with Hapoel Tel Aviv – one of the most iconic symbols in Israeli sports.
The connection between XPhone – a leading mobile operator – and the team represents shared values of determination, commitment to our fans, and belief in our path.
We see this sponsorship not only as a business collaboration but also as a way to grow together and truly connect with the community and the sporting spirit that drives thousands of fans. We wish Hapoel an exciting and victorious season!”.
Guy Primor, CEO of Hapoel Tel Aviv:
“We’re happy to welcome XPhone to the red family. This is a company that brings technological innovation combined with genuine love for the team, which will contribute to strengthening the connection between the club and the community beyond the field. Here’s to a successful partnership”.
Click here to visit the XPhone website
The captain of the Georgian national team will remain at the club for another season: “I’m ready to give everything for the club and for the people who believed in me.”
Georgian midfielder Ana Cheminava has signed a one-year contract with the club, with an option for an additional season. She will wear the red jersey for the second consecutive year.
Cheminava (29) joined the team last season as a key signing. After 11 impressive appearances, she suffered an ACL tear during the match against Hapoel Petah Tikva and has since undergone her entire rehabilitation process with the club. Now fully recovered, she is ready and eager for the start of the 2025/26 season.
She has earned 54 international caps for the Georgian national team, where she proudly wears the captain’s armband.
Following the signing, Cheminava said:
“Throughout the entire challenging rehabilitation process, Hapoel stood by me without hesitation. Now, I’m ready to give back and give my all — to the club, to the fans, and to those who believed in me.”
Good luck, Ana!
Sion Medical, a medical equipment company specializing in wound care, infection prevention, and medical solutions, has signed a sponsorship agreement with Hapoel Tel Aviv Football Club for the 2025/26 season
As part of the collaboration, the company’s logo will appear on the sleeve of the senior team’s match jersey and will also feature on stadium signage at Bloomfield Stadium and throughout the club’s content activities during the season. In addition, Sion Medical will provide dedicated medical equipment to the club's medical staff.
Founded in 1982, Sion Medical manufactures a wide range of disposable medical solutions, operating in over 50 countries with four international production sites. As an Israeli company with a global presence, providing medical supplies to hospitals and clinics, Sion Medical sees this partnership as an opportunity to extend its impact beyond the healthcare system — onto the field and to the athletes themselves.
Daniel Lev, CEO of Sion Medical:
"Our partnership with Hapoel Tel Aviv reflects the values we've upheld for over 40 years — innovation, loyalty, and commitment to community health. The presence of the Sion Medical logo on the match jersey sleeve serves as a reminder that behind every injury, there is a precise solution.
On a personal note, as a lifelong fan of the club, this is a dream come true. I truly believe that with the Sion Medical logo on the jersey, we’ll share powerful, emotional, and unforgettable red moments together."
Guy Primor, CEO of Hapoel Tel Aviv:
"We’re proud to welcome Sion Medical to our family of partners. This is a natural connection between two brands driven by excellence and continuous growth. The fact that the company is led by Hapoel fans only strengthens the feeling that this is a genuine partnership — one that will bring added value to our medical department. Wishing us all success."
Click here to visit the Sion Medical website
