Unity and harmony are key components of the team's ethos. These young Israelis have learned to play together, a tribute to the coach who must integrate Jewish, Arab, Druze, Russian and Ethiopian players, all of whom come from homes with different traditions and customs.

Between June 5-18, 2013, Israel will host UEFA's European Under-21 Football Championship. National soccer teams from all over Europe will compete. The UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, Russia, the Netherlands and Norway, alongside the host country, Israel, will all vie for the title of champion.