Pride in blue and white.
The Israeli under-19 team qualified tonight (Tuesday) for the finals of the European Championship for the first time in its history.
Torra's own goal (30) and a shot by El Yam Kanzpolski (58) arranged a huge 1: 2 for Ofir Haim's players over strong France.
This coming Friday at 21:00: England is waiting in battle for the whole box office.
No one thought the team could get through the home stage of the European Championship, but Oscar Gluch, Thai worked, and the rest of the players showed they were winked at from a different material.
We thought the miraculous journey would stop in front of the mighty French team, so we thought.
The Israeli team celebrates against France, Photo: AP
El Yam Kanzapolski, who was in charge of Israel's second goal, concluded with a lot of emotion: "The main thing is that we did the job, it is impossible to describe the outburst of emotions, it is the most fun in the world. I hope to play Hapoel, I will do the best I can On the field. "
"We made a crazy effort here. I'm one who does not score many goals so I can not describe in words my feelings after the goal, the main thing we did the job"
Coach Ophir Haim had a hard time hiding the excitement: "We have a great team, we managed to close the French and proved that the gaps can be narrowed. The players felt it could be done and now our face to the final against England.
Oscar Gluch celebrates, Photo: UEFA
"There is no one happier than me in the world, we have a bunch of men, a great team. We have quality, we are a team no less talented than any team. We played against a great team and narrowed the gaps. I told the players we are David against Goliath and we have to hit them in the exposed places. David hit To Goliath Barka and we hit the French in the heart "
"This victory is dedicated to my family, I am happy. What will I say to the Prime Minister if he calls? I do not know. We made history. It will be very difficult against England, but we will do everything to bring the trophy. We have already lost to England in the tournament and we do not want to lose them again." .
The Israeli team celebrates against France,
Minister of Culture and Sports Hili Trooper greeted: "History on the field!
Congratulations to the youth team on a huge achievement and promotion to the Euro final.
Faith, determination and tremendous connection are the story of the team led by Ofir Haim.
A bunch of youngsters who proved on the field how much they are champions.
Proud of you! '
Oscar Gluch in action, Photo: AP
The chairman of the association, Oren Hasson, summed up the huge night: "Sometimes the words end. And yet - a huge heart, way, investment, rare talent, faith and pride. Happiness for our football, the country we love so much and the millions of Israelis who do not know their souls. "Happiness. And most importantly, a team that believes and insists on the highest possible dream. On Friday, we are all together from the beginning to the end."
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