The Friends of the Israeli Football League (FIFL)
The Friends of the IFL (FIFL) was founded in 2015 by people who love Israel and football.
We provide fundraising and support for the AFI Leagues (American Football in Israel).
Our mission is to build community in the Holy Land through football. Bringing young men and women together on a football team equips them with lifelong tools and values.
Football has become a growing sport in Israel, uniting people from diverse backgrounds—Jews, Muslims, religious, secular, ultra-Orthodox, native Israelis, and new immigrants—all working together as a team toward victory.
We’re setting our sights on Flag Football at the LA 2028 Olympics. Today the Men’s national team is #8 in Europe. The U17 team is #1 for 2 years in a row.
Our goal is for our National Flag Teams to qualify for the LA28 Olympics and represent Israel on the world stage.
How can I HELP?
Our coaching mission enables experienced football coaches to connect to a specific Israeli team and act as that team’s advisor and mentor coach. Our coaches also return to the U.S. as ambassadors for Israeli football.
Football equipment is not available commercially in Israel and we help facilitate new and used equipment donations, and ship them to Israel.
Running football leagues for thousands of kids, teenagers and adults is a worthy but costly endeavor. We aim to support the ongoing operations and constant growth of the sport that we love in the land that we love. Click here to DONATE.
Israeli Flag ANd Tackle National Teams
Proudly Representing Israel
Tackle Football
Israel currently competes in the European level Division B and is trying to qualify for Division A next year. Our last win over Spain was insane.
Men's Flag
The Men's Team won 3rd place at the 2023 European Championship in Ireland. The veteran team has had lots of success in the world arena.
Flag Women
Ranked #12 in the world, the Israeli Women's Flag Team is well known and highly respected. The 2028 Olympics are in sight.
Boys and Girls U17
Boys and Girls Under 17 Teams started in 2023 and have already had huge success at the Europe Championships in Italy.
remember the fallen
Since October 7th, the Israeli Football League has lost 4 of its sons. They will always and forever be in our hearts.
Get Involved
You can get involved and help the FIFL right now by sending your donation for equipment or to sponsor a player.
- Join the Team
- Sponsor a Player
- Sponsor a Team
