Israel U21 Star Ben Harush Eyes Euro Berth Amid Club Role Change

Noam Ben Harush, a defender for Israel's U21 national team and Maccabi Tel Aviv, expressed confidence in his team's ability to qualify for the European Championship. Speaking ahead of a crucial qualifier against Slovenia, Ben Harush stated, "We are determined to win and advance to the next stage." He highlighted that the team is focused on their upcoming matches and believes they can secure victories in both remaining games to achieve qualification.

Ben Harush also discussed his increased playing time at Maccabi Tel Aviv, noting that it has positively impacted his form and confidence. "Now that I'm playing more, I'm obviously in good shape," he said, emphasizing his commitment to continuous improvement. He feels a sense of pride representing the national team and believes he can contribute more significantly.

Reflecting on his relationship with U21 coach Guy Luzon, Ben Harush praised Luzon's ability to bring out the best in his players. "I believe in him and the guys. We are very close to the Euros, something not everyone experiences," he remarked, underscoring the team's strong belief in their qualification chances.

Regarding his versatility, Ben Harush, who can play both left and right back, stated he is comfortable in any position assigned to him by a coach. He sees his ability to play on both flanks as an advantage. He also addressed his absence from the senior national team, expressing that his time will come and he will continue to work hard for a call-up, while also wishing his friend Roy Revivo well in his career abroad.

Ben Harush downplayed any potential distraction from the senior team's struggles, asserting that the U21 squad remains focused on their own goals and the match against Slovenia. He concluded by reiterating his belief that the team can achieve something unprecedented in Israeli football history.