Eli Ben Rimoz
Footballer and national team player
Started professional career in the late 1960s. Played for Maccabi Tel Aviv, winning multiple championships. Contributed significantly to the Israeli national team, earning caps in international matches. Retired from professional football in the late 1970s and transitioned to coaching.
Won the Israeli Premier League with Maccabi Tel Aviv
Represented Israel in international competitions
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