Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Miller Discusses Perfect Start, Upcoming Match

Maccabi Tel Aviv, under coach Kenny Miller, is set to face Maccabi Netanya this Saturday aiming to maintain their perfect start to the league season. The team has secured 12 points from their first four matches, with notable victories against strong opponents like Maccabi Haifa, Hapoel Be'er Sheva, and Hapoel Tel Aviv. Miller spoke ahead of the encounter with Maccabi Netanya.

Team midfielder Issoufou Saidou commented on the season's start, acknowledging the disappointment of European elimination but emphasizing the team's swift refocus on the league. "We will try to maintain this standard and move forward step by step," Saidou stated. He also praised teammate Gabi Kanyukovsky, calling him a valuable player who contributes significantly to the team's goals.

Saidou expressed satisfaction with the team's current performance, noting that the entire squad is playing well. "I have a good feeling together with my teammates, we are very happy and I think we will continue this ability until the end of the season," he said. Regarding his future and contract expiring at the end of the season, Saidou stated his focus is solely on playing and winning games, with discussions about his future to come later.

Coach Miller addressed the team's transfer window activity, explaining that they did not sign players just for the sake of it, but sought the right additions for the team's needs. "We are very satisfied with how the team looks, but it would have been nice to get another player and add depth. Unfortunately, this player did not arrive, so we are moving forward," Miller said. He also provided an update on injured players, noting that Dani Gropper is close to returning to training, Sagiv is expected back soon from a minor issue, and Nicolascu will require more time for recovery.

Looking ahead to the match against Maccabi Netanya, Miller anticipates a difficult game, recalling a tough Toto Cup encounter. "We are aware of the challenge that awaits us, we will be with our heads held high and we are ready for a difficult game with good players," he stated. Miller stressed the importance of imposing their own style of play, as the team has done in recent weeks. He concluded by expressing his happiness with the team's energy and the players' enjoyment of playing together, emphasizing their continuous effort to improve and secure victories.