Israelis Hungry for More after Friendly Win

Some major sporting and political news coming out of Israel this week with General Elections held yesterday, as well as Bar Rafaeli gracing Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit cover, but more importantly – for football fans at least – was Israel’s friendly match with Hungary.

The Israelis, ranked 19th in the world according to FIFA, were able to keep a clean sheet at home and take down the 43rd ranked Hungarians 1-0 today in Tel Aviv.

Israel’s display was by no means fluid – in fact, it was quite wasteful in front of goal, but captain (superhero?) Yossi Benayoun provided the goods with a 76th minute finish.

Israel dominated possession, but will have to be better next month in World Cup qualification against Greece.