Maccabi Petah Tikva Praises Coach Ziv Arie After Perfect Start
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Maccabi Petah Tikva celebrated a perfect start to the season with two wins in two games, praising coach Ziv Arie's impact. The team also expects to sign fullback Illouz Yao and welcomed back Eitan Tibi after a brief hospitalization.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Petah Tikva has won its first two league games.
- Club officials praise coach Ziv Arie's significant impact.
- Key player performances were highlighted after the win.
- Defender Eitan Tibi was hospitalized but will return soon.
- The team is set to sign fullback Illouz Yao.
Maccabi Petah Tikva is pleased with their strong start to the season, having secured six points from a possible six after two league matches. The team achieved this by defeating Bnei Sakhnin 2-1 on Saturday. Club officials expressed satisfaction, stating, "We were calm even when the Toto Cup results were less good." They specifically lauded coach Ziv Arie, noting, "His work is felt in every corner of the club, we are very happy he is here with us."
The team also highlighted the performance of goalkeeper Maor Erlich, as well as players Ibrahima Sowe, Marko Racunica, and Samuel Owusu, who scored the equalizing goal that sparked the comeback win. Defender Eitan Tibi was hospitalized due to illness but is expected to return to activity soon.
Additionally, the club is finalizing the signing of fullback Illouz Yao, who is expected to join by Tuesday on a contract for one season with an option for another, according to reports from Sport Channel.
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