title: Shay Abutbul
text: # Shay Abutbul
  
  Shay Abutbul (Hebrew: שי אבוטבול; born 16 January 1983) is an Israeli former football player.
  
  ## Career
  
  Shay Abutbul began his career in the youth ranks of top Israeli side Hapoel Tel Aviv. After impressing with the youth side, Shay was called up to the first team in 2002. Since then Abutbul has been one of the top players for the club. During his time with Hapoel he has helped the club capture the Israeli Cup on two occasions and qualify for the UEFA Cup. During the 2008/08 season Shay appeared in 20 league matches scoring 3 goals, he also appeared in 6 UEFA Cup matches scoring 1 goal. It was reported that he has an offer from New York Red Bulls from the MLS.
  
  ## International
  
  Abutbul has represented Israel at the Under 19 and Under 21 level. He also served as captain of the under 21 side.
  
  ## Honours
  
  * Israeli Cup (5):
     * 2006, 2007, 2010, 2011, 2012
  * Israeli Premier League (1):
     * 2009–10
  
  ## Personal life
  
  Shay married his girlfriend Keren in May 2005. They have four children.
  
  