Hapoel Haifa Expects Half a Million Shekels from Match Against Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Haifa is set to face Hapoel Tel Aviv in their first match of the Israeli Premier League season tomorrow at Sammy Ofer Stadium. Approximately 6,000 away fans from Hapoel Tel Aviv are expected to attend, while Hapoel Haifa anticipates support from around 3,500 home fans. The club estimates that the match will generate about 500,000 shekels in revenue.

New signing Shikana Diakite held his first training session with Hapoel Haifa yesterday, leaving a positive impression despite not being included in the squad for the match. If he signs officially, he will provide the team with a much-needed boost on the wing. Additionally, William Agada, the latest acquisition, is expected to make his debut from the bench, while Wahib Habiballah is fit but unlikely to start.

The team is encouraged by their recent Toto Cup performance and the atmosphere during an open training session attended by a thousand fans. However, they remain cautious as it has been two weeks since their last official game. The projected starting lineup includes Yoav Gerafi; Noam Cohen, Dario Zuffaric, Ivan Kricak, Ariel Mendy; Naor Sabag, Shik Kaiteh, Shai Elias; Yaad Gonen, Alon Turgeman, and Liran Rotman.