Israeli defender who played for the national team and Maccabi Haifa, winning several championships and earning 62 caps. He's a legendary figure in Israeli football history.
Yochanan Vollach, also known as Jochanan Wallach or Yohanan Wallach, is a former Israeli footballer and a member of the Israel national team that competed at the 1970 FIFA World Cup. He is famously known for his exceptional skills on the field, earning him the nickname "The Tank."
Vollach was born on May 14, 1945, in Kiryat Bialik, Israel. He began his sports career with his local club, Maccabi Kiryat Bialik, before being drafted into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Nahal as an infantry soldier in 1963. During his service, he won the IDF football championship in 1965.
In 1965, at the age of 19, Vollach's rights were sold to Hapoel Haifa for IL5,000. He initially played as a striker, but due to his height advantage and large build, he was later moved to the defender position, where he excelled and played until the end of his career.
At the 1970 World Cup, Vollach suffered a devastating injury, breaking his leg in the second half of the match against Sweden. This cruel twist of fate put an end to his dream of man-marking Gigi Riva and Gianni Rivera in the last match against Italy.
Vollach is currently the President of the Maccabi Haifa sports organization and the CEO of the Israeli Chamber of Shipping. He earned a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science from the University of Haifa and a Master's degree in Business Administration from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is a retired Major in the IDF.
Vollach is a member of the Israeli Football Hall of Fame, a testament to his outstanding contributions to the sport.
Yochanan Vollach's remarkable journey, from his early days as a young footballer to his current role as a respected leader in the sports industry, serves as an inspiration to many. His legacy continues to be felt in the world of Israeli football, and his nickname "The Tank" remains synonymous with power, strength, and determination.
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Israeli footballer and coach who played for and managed several teams, including the Israel national team, and is known for his contributions to Israeli football.
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Israeli actor and screenwriter known for his comedic roles in popular TV shows and films, as well as his writing credits on several successful sitcoms.
