Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Hapoel Petah Tikva Amidst Player Absences
Hapoel Be'er Sheva, the reigning champion, is preparing for a crucial match against Hapoel Petah Tikva this Sunday, following a loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv. The team acknowledges the game's significance, stating that anything less than a win could create a substantial gap at the top of the league early in the season, which was not part of their plans. The club is dealing with several player absences due to injuries and suspensions, creating opportunities for other players to step up.
Forward Igor Zlatanovic is fit and expected to rejoin the squad under coach Ran Kochva. With Eliel Peretz suspended and Lucas Ventura and Itay Rotman injured, Niv Yehoshua is likely to play as a defensive midfielder. Anouk Porson is anticipated to start, with Zahy Ahmed expected to complete the midfield trio. Hamudi Kanaan is also set to return to the squad, and it's possible that Mohamed Abu Rumi will be dressed for the game.
Due to Lucas Ventura's injury, Kochva will not have to exclude a foreign player from the roster, allowing all seven to be registered. Following the domestic league match, Hapoel Be'er Sheva will begin their Europa League campaign next Wednesday against Dinamo Zagreb.
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