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    Yossi Benayoun

    Yossi Benayoun

    Awards & Honours

    6

    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    1

    Rankings

    1

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Yossi Benayoun stands as a titan of Israeli football, holding the national record for most appearances with 101 caps and sharing the third-highest goal tally with 23 goals. His journey from Dimona to the heart of the Premier League is a testament to his skill and perseverance. Winning the UEFA Europa League with Chelsea in 2013 cemented his status as a winner at the highest level. His induction into the Israeli Football Hall of Fame underscores his enduring legacy as a trailblazer who paved the way for future generations of Israeli players to succeed abroad.

    Yossi Benayoun receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Israeli Football Hall of Fame

    Israel Football Association·2020

    Inducted in recognition of his outstanding career and contribution to Israeli football.

    Israel Player of the Year

    Israel Football Association·2007

    Awarded for being the best Israeli footballer of the year.

    Israel Player of the Year

    Israel Football Association·2006

    Awarded for being the best Israeli footballer of the year.

    Israel Player of the Year

    Israel Football Association·2005

    Awarded for being the best Israeli footballer of the year.

    Rankings & Lists

    #5

    Greatest Israeli Footballers

    Keshet Sports·2018

    Magazine Covers

    Kicks Magazine

    March 2011

    The Magician Returns

    Records & Feats

    Most Caps for Israel

    International Record·2018

    Holds the record for the most appearances for the Israel national team with 101 caps.

    First Israeli Captain in Competitive Match

    Historic First·2004

    Became the first Israeli player to captain the national team in a competitive match.

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