Court ruling8/19/2026

Omer Dahan Temporarily Suspended from Football Activity for 60 Days

The Israel Football Association’s disciplinary court granted the prosecutor’s request and temporarily suspended Omer Dahan from any activity within the association for 60 days. The decision is based on preliminary evidence, but it does not constitute a finding that the player is guilty.

Key facts

•Body: The Israel Football Association’s disciplinary court
•Temporary suspension period: 60 days
•The measure applies to all activity within the association
•The decision was made by the presiding judge, attorney Noam Lubin
•The case number and calendar date are not stated in the source

Who the Decision Applies To

Omer Dahan is a Maccabi Haifa player who played on loan for Hapoel Ra’anana last season. He was previously arrested on suspicion of involvement in illegal betting and match-fixing. The footballer himself publicly denied the allegations and stated that he had no connection to the manipulation of match results.

Why the Suspension Was Imposed

The presiding judge, attorney Noam Lubin, stated that the materials presented provide a preliminary evidentiary basis that raises serious concerns about harm to the integrity of the competitions. The decision noted suspicions of ties to betting entities, illegal betting on his team’s results, and possible actions connected to match-fixing. The court ruled that, under these circumstances, the player could not be allowed to continue his activity and that the temporary measure was necessary.

Guilt Has Not Yet Been Established

The court separately emphasized that the temporary suspension does not constitute a ruling on Dahan’s guilt. The player enjoys the presumption of innocence, and the question of his responsibility will be decided later—if an indictment is filed against him and the case is heard on its merits.

Can the Duration Be Changed?

During the 60-day period, Dahan is entitled to ask the disciplinary court to shorten the suspension if there is a material change in circumstances. Shortly before the period ends, either party may apply to the court again, taking into account developments in the investigation and other proceedings.

What this means for you

A disciplinary suspension may be imposed on participants in Israeli football competitions even before an indictment is filed, if there is a preliminary evidentiary basis and a risk to the integrity of the game. Such a measure temporarily prohibits activity within the association, but does not in itself establish guilt; if there is a material change in circumstances, a request may be made to shorten the period.

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