Ben Ze’ev to Lead the Team in the 2025/26 Season: “Proud to be at a club that believes in women’s soccer — a long road and a lot of work ahead of us”

The club’s women’s senior team is kicking off preparations for the 2025/26 season with the signing of Ofer Ben Ze’ev for another year as the team’s head coach.

Ben Ze’ev (22) joined the club last summer as assistant coach of the mens team and was appointed head coach of the women’s senior team this past January — a role he will continue in this coming season.

After signing, Ben Ze’ev said: “I’m proud to be part of a club that believes in women’s soccer and works every day to promote it. Our goal is clear: to become a leading club in Israel, constantly raising the bar. There’s a long road and a lot of work ahead of us״.

Oshrat Eni, Director of Women’s and Girls’ soccer, added: “I’m happy that Ofer Ben Ze’ev will continue working with Hapoel Tel Aviv’s womens team, and for the trust shown by one of the most respected and talented coaches in Israeli women’s soccer in our women’s and girls’ department. We’ve found a true partner to Hapoel’s path and values — and now, it’s time to get to work and bring our vision for the club to life״.

Good luck, Ofer!

Midfielder Zohar Cohen has signed a new contract and will remain with the women’s senior team: "I believe in the path, in the people, and in the future we're building together."

Zohar Cohen has committed to the club for two more years, with an option to extend for an additional season – and will continue wearing the red jersey in the 2025/26 season.

Cohen (23) joined us at the start of last season, making 26 appearances in which she scored one goal – consistently giving her all for the team. In the past, she also played for M.C. Ramat HaSharon, Hapoel Marmorek, and ASA Tel Aviv (two seasons) in the Israeli Premier League.

Upon signing the new deal, Cohen said:

"I'm continuing to run long distances with Hapoel because I believe in the path, the people, and the future we're building together. Hapoel Tel Aviv sets a new standard in women's football – professionalism, commitment, and genuine respect for the game. I'm proud to keep running in red – and to keep dreaming big, in any league."

Good luck, Zohar!