Maccabi Haifa Fans Protest Coach Bacher and Director Refaelov
Maccabi Haifa fans expressed their frustration with the team's professional staff during Saturday's match, directing boos and chants at professional director Lior Refaelov and coach Barak Bacher. As the team headed into halftime with the score tied 0-0 at Sammy Ofer Stadium, loud calls of "Lior, resign" were heard, indicating significant fan dissatisfaction with Refaelov.
Later in the game, at the 66th minute, sharp whistles were directed at Bacher when he substituted Silva Kani for Andria Novakovich, who had just scored the team's opening goal. These actions clearly conveyed the fans' frustration with the coaching decisions.
In contrast, Guy Melamed received cheers from the crowd, with fans chanting his name, seemingly hoping he would be the substitute striker after his return to the squad. Melamed acknowledged the fans' support with applause, amidst reports of interest from Maccabi Tel Aviv in signing him.
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