Olympic Games - Bayern-goalkeeper Peretz misses Olympics due to injury
Goalkeeper Daniel Peretz of FC Bayern Munchen has to withdraw from the Olympic Games in Paris due to injury. This was announced on Instagram by the Israeli Football Association.
Peretz was and will always be a part of the team, said Israel's coach Guy Luzon. It's sad for his goalkeeper, he added. Israel faces Mali (24. July), Paraguay (27. July), and Japan (30. July) in the Olympic football tournament.
Peretz joined Bayern in the previous summer. The 24-year-old made his Bundesliga debut for the German record champions in the last home game of the 2023/2024 season, coming on as a substitute for Manuel Neuer in the 2:0 win against VfL Wolfsburg.
Peretz's withdrawal from the Olympic Games is a significant loss for Israel's soccer team. Despite the injury, his contribution to the team is highly valued by his coach Guy Luzon. Born in Israel, Peretz moved to Germany to join FC Bayern Munich last summer. His debut in the Bundesliga came as a substitute for Manuel Neuer, helping Bayern secure a 2-0 win against VfL Wolfsburg. Though disappointed by Peretz's injury, Israeli fans can follow the Olympic Games action on Instagram. Germany, known for its strong football teams, has multiple clubs participating in the Bundesliga, including FC Berlin Munich, famous for its historic rivalry with Bayern Munich from Bavaria. Peretz's injury is also a concern for the Israeli Football Association, which is hoping for a successful outing at the Olympic Games, keeping in mind the upcoming matches against Mali, Paraguay, and Japan. The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris will attract soccer enthusiasts from around the world, which emphasizes the importance of the Israeli team's full strength and dedication.
