Hapoel Haifa Defender Doubtful for Maccabi Netanya Clash

Hapoel Haifa faces Maccabi Netanya on Monday, aiming to build on their recent 2-2 draw against Hapoel Be'er Sheva. However, coach Haim Silvas may be forced into a lineup change due to a potential absence.

Central defender Dario Zupearic is experiencing back pain and might miss the match after sitting out training. Ivan Kritsyak, who has completed a suspension, is expected to replace Zupearic in the starting eleven. George Diba is also anticipated to retain his place in the defense.

Silvas indicated that other than the potential forced substitution, he does not plan to alter the lineup that started against the league champions. "We are heading into a very difficult game against Maccabi Netanya," Silvas stated. "We saw them in their last game. A good team with a home atmosphere. We are coming with the backing of the crowd, we feel the push. A large crowd from Haifa will come to support us. We are coming to a game where we know we need to be at our peak to get points, and that's what we intend to do."

The projected starting lineup for Hapoel Haifa includes Yoav Gerafi, Noam Cohen, George Diba, Ivan Kritsyak, Ariel Mendy, Seikou Keita, Naor Sabag, Shai Elias, Yoav Hoffer, Liran Rotman, and Alon Turgeman.