Hapoel Kfar Saba Owner Takes Over Coaching Duties Amidst Crisis

Idan Shom, owner of Hapoel Kfar Saba, has assumed all professional responsibilities for the National League club, including coaching. He may even lead the team from the sidelines in their upcoming match against Kiryat Gat on Thursday. Shom decided to part ways with coach Shahar Weizinger after only the third matchday, following a humiliating 6-0 loss to Ra'anana and a poor start to the season, which included conceding four goals at home to Modi'in.

Due to a shortage of qualified coaches in the National League, Shom concluded that he must take personal responsibility for the team's situation and act as the ultimate professional authority. Even if a new coach is appointed, they will be subordinate to Shom, who has previously served as interim coach multiple times.

Shom canceled the scheduled training session for Monday and is expected to oversee the first practice under his leadership on Tuesday, in preparation for the critical Thursday game. A source familiar with the situation stated, "The party is over in Kfar Saba where every coach does what he wants and doesn't advance the club. We are in a crisis and must quickly stop this negative snowball effect. Idan is experienced and professional enough, and I am sure the players will respect him. We will see a different Kfar Saba in the next game. We must not err and appoint another unsuitable coach."