Praying for his safety. Avraham Levy (79), the mythological director of Betar Jerusalem, is hospitalized in critical condition due to complications of the corona virus. His family said: “His condition is not good. Everyone is asked to pray for his safety. “
Levy was part of Betar Jerusalem for over 30 years, until 2006. At the beginning of his career he served as the manager of the club’s youth team, and over time he moved to the senior team while still playing at the YMCA Stadium. He accompanied Betar in its great years, from winning the trophy in 1976, through the historic championship of 1987 to the great 1990s with the two championships in 1997 and 1998.
In September 2006, the Betar management, headed by then-chairman Vladimir Sheklar, announced to Levy that he was terminating his position as manager, in favor of other positions at the club. The big heart of Betar, which has accompanied players and coaches for many years, has become an integral part of the club.
“I dedicated my life to Betar Jerusalem,” he said in one of his interviews. Indeed, Levy lived and grew up around the club from his childhood in the Nahalat Zion neighborhood in the capital. Although he has not been an official part of Betar Jerusalem for 15 years, “Dear city of Jerusalem” thanks to his work to promote sports and represent the city with dignity.
