Hapoel Kfar Saba Coach Shay Berda Praises Team Commitment After Win Over Tiberias

Hapoel Kfar Saba secured their first victory of the 2026/27 season on Saturday night, defeating Ironi Tiberias 2-0. After the match, Kfar Saba coach Shay Berda reflected on the team's performance, highlighting their commitment and willingness to learn. Berda noted that the team was engaged from the start and created several clear chances before scoring the opening goal. Although their intensity dipped in the second half, he was pleased with the result and the team's approach.

Berda emphasized the importance of attitude over tactics, stating, "We are a group that wants to learn and is committed." He also praised the goal scorers Amadou and Rofat, calling Rofat an exceptional player with potential to be a game-changer. Berda mentioned former player Christian Martinez, who recently helped his new team advance to the Champions League group stage, calling it a milestone for Kfar Saba and a sign of the club's player development.

Ironi Tiberias coach Alon Ziv expressed disappointment with the loss but acknowledged that both teams were eager to win. He admitted that Tiberias made two critical mistakes on set pieces that cost them the game. Ziv praised his squad's good attitude and the competitive nature of the match but lamented the drop in performance after conceding. He also discussed ongoing efforts to strengthen the squad and praised his collaboration with assistant coach Moti Krispil, emphasizing their shared goal of success.

Both coaches agreed on the need to learn from this match as they prepare for upcoming fixtures in the Israeli Premier League.