Liel Abada Addresses Charlotte Future Amidst MLS Season
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Israeli winger Liel Abada has had a productive season with Charlotte FC, scoring five goals and five assists. As his contract nears its end in 2026, Abada stated he is focused on the team's performance and will address his future later. He also discussed his positive experiences with the Israeli national team and the growing number of Israeli players in Major League Soccer.
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- Liel Abada is focused on Charlotte FC's season goals, deferring contract talks until later.
- Abada has scored five goals and five assists for Charlotte FC this season.
- His contract with Charlotte FC expires at the end of 2026, with a club option for an additional year.
- Abada expressed satisfaction with his minutes for the Israeli national team, despite wanting better results.
- He highlighted the positive impact of multiple Israelis playing in Major League Soccer.
Israeli winger Liel Abada is nearing the end of a successful season with Charlotte FC, having contributed four goals and two assists during an eight-game unbeaten streak. Overall, he has scored five goals and provided five assists this season. As Charlotte prepares for an away match against Columbus Crew, Abada spoke about his role with the Israeli national team, his contract situation, and the growing Israeli presence in Major League Soccer (MLS).
Abada was in the starting lineup for Charlotte's recent 3-2 victory over Dallas, a game where fellow Israeli Idan Toklomati scored twice and added an assist. While the team competes for a playoff spot, Abada's future is also a topic of discussion. His contract is set to expire at the end of 2026, with an option for an additional year.
"I'm not thinking about the contract right now. I'm focused on playing well, improving, and helping the team achieve its goals. I hope we go far this season. There will be the right time to talk about it," Abada stated.
Reflecting on the Israeli national team, he said, "It's always special to play for the national team and it was a good experience. Of course, we wanted to achieve better results. I'm happy with the minutes I received, it was important for me. Now it's over and I'm focused on Charlotte. Looking forward to the next game."
Abada also commented on the presence of other Israelis in MLS: "It's always special when there are Israelis in the league, especially when they play well. It opens doors for others. We love each other, we have a good connection. It's good to see everyone and I hope more players will come in the future."
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