Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Dismisses Criticism After Dominant Win

Maccabi Tel Aviv coach Kenny Miller brushed off criticism following his team's decisive 4-1 victory over Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Turner Stadium. The win, their third in three matches with 12 goals scored, positions them strongly for the upcoming derby. Miller praised his team's performance, highlighting their attacking prowess and ability to create numerous scoring opportunities, stating they could have scored even more.

Miller acknowledged a difficult second half after a red card but emphasized the team's strong second-half resurgence. "We gave everything, there is a very good feeling after this game," he said. When questioned about the team's failure to qualify for the Europa League, Miller stated, "I don't pay attention to what people say." He expressed confidence in his players and the team's continued strong play and scoring ability.

Regarding new signing James Tavernier, Miller explained that Tavernier joined because he "wanted to try something new" and had not played abroad recently. Miller anticipates Tavernier will improve in the coming weeks as the team has a long way to go and aims to be the best.

Looking ahead to the derby against Hapoel Tel Aviv, Miller anticipates a tough match, acknowledging his opponent's quality. He noted the team's challenging opening schedule but stressed the importance of rest and preparation for the significant derby clash.