Maccabi Haifa Welcomes New Winger Pedro Brazão for League Debut

Maccabi Haifa is preparing for their upcoming Monday match against Kiryat Shmona, aiming to build on their recent 2-1 victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva. The team will see the debut of Portuguese winger Pedro Brazão in the starting lineup. Club officials have expressed excitement about Brazão's arrival, noting his impressive performance in training and his potential to be a game-changer. "We were missing a dribbler, another player who can decide a game with an individual action," stated a club source. There is anticipation within the club about the potential on-field chemistry between Brazão and fellow player Bruninho.

Meanwhile, the future of another player, Pedrão, is uncertain. He may be excluded from the squad for the upcoming game. Tsunami is expected to partner with Nigel Awonoor in central defense, while Kenny Saief, who has been playing as a right winger, is slated to play as a left-back. Pedrão's departure from the team is likely if the club secures another foreign player before the transfer window closes on Wednesday.

Coach Barak Bakhar is expected to maintain the midfield trio of Ali Mohamed, Eitan Azulay, and Bruninho, with Andrea Novaković leading the attack. Cedric D'Un will likely retain his position on the left wing. Kengy Gura, who did not play in the last match, will need to demonstrate his worth after a lackluster performance in the opening two rounds.