Idan Nachmias (; born 17 March 1997) is an Israeli professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Israeli Premier League club Hapoel Be'er Sheva and the Israel national team.
Early life Nachmias was born in kibbutz Ein Zivan, Golan Heights, to an Israeli family of Sephardi Jewish (Greek-Jewish) descent. He grew up in moshav Ani'am, Golan Heights.
He also holds a Portuguese passport, on account of his Sephardi Jewish ancestors, which eases the move to certain European football leagues.
Club career Nachmias made his professional debut for Ironi Kiryat Shmona in the Israeli Premier League on 6 May 2017, coming on as a substitute in the 58th minute for Ahmed Abed against Hapoel Kfar Saba, which finished as a 1–4 home loss.
On 21 June 2021, Nachmias signed for 4 years in Israeli Premier League club Maccabi Tel Aviv.
On 2nd August 2025, Nachmias signed a 3-year deal as a free transfer with Bulgarian side Ludogorets Razgrad.
On 31 August 2026, Nachmias signed a three-year contract with Israeli Premier League club Hapoel Be'er Sheva.
International career Nachmias made his senior international debut for Israel on 14 October 2020 in the 2020–21 UEFA Nations League B, coming on as a substitute for Orel Dgani in the second half against Slovakia, this away match finished as a 3–2 win.
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International
+ Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsIsrael202010202480202570202640Total200
See also List of Jewish footballers List of Jews in sports List of Israelis
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