Maccabi Tel Aviv Players Supported Manager Yoav Ziv, Did Not Rebel

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv player Liran Strauber stated that a social media post by current players supporting manager Yoav Ziv was an expression of appreciation, not a rebellion against the club's decision to end his tenure. Strauber revealed on the "Five on Air" program that the players approached club official Jack Anglidis in an attempt to keep Ziv, but emphasized that the decision to part ways with Ziv was made much earlier and was final. He suggested that the players' actions were a personal gesture of respect for Ziv's work and his relationships with them.

Strauber indicated that Ziv's departure was decided at least two weeks before the news became public, and that his replacement was already present at the club's training facility the day before the announcement. He also speculated that Ziv might continue in a different role within the club, noting that the club's operational manager had been appointed by owners Guldhar and Anglidis.

Commentator Maor Kandel agreed that a rebellion would be uncharacteristic of Maccabi Tel Aviv players and supported the idea that the post was a show of support. However, Kandel expressed certainty that Ziv would not return to his position.