Hapoel Haifa Coach Calls Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash Toughest Test
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Hapoel Haifa coach Sylves called the upcoming match against Maccabi Tel Aviv the "hardest in the league" after a recent loss. Player Keita is suspended and injured, while Shay Elias is questionable for the game. The team believes they can compete despite the challenges, with Sylves stressing the need for "actions and faith" to achieve a positive result against the strong Maccabi Tel Aviv side.
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- Hapoel Haifa coach Sylves called the upcoming match against Maccabi Tel Aviv the "hardest in the league."
- Player Keita is suspended due to a red card and also has a minor tear.
- Shay Elias is questionable for the game, having trained fully but still appearing troubled.
- Willy Agada will continue to be absent for Hapoel Haifa.
- Coach Sylves emphasized the need for "actions and faith" to compete against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Following a painful loss to Hapoel Ramat Gan, Hapoel Haifa is preparing to host Maccabi Tel Aviv at Sammy Ofer Stadium. Coach Sylves described the upcoming match as "the hardest in the league," acknowledging Maccabi Tel Aviv's strong form and dangerous offense this season. He stated that while the team is focused on overcoming the disappointment of their previous game, they believe in their ability to compete and secure points.
Sylves addressed team availability, noting that player Keita is suspended due to a red card in the last match and also has a minor tear. Shay Elias is questionable, having trained fully but still appearing somewhat troubled. Willy Agada will continue to be absent. Shaykna Diakite and George Douba were practiced in the starting lineup.
The coach also discussed young player Itai Zafrani, whom he brought in due to his belief in his abilities. Zafrani, who started the season injured, has recently entered the rotation and is currently the second-choice striker with Agada out. His playing time will depend on his performance, game flow, and strategy.
Regarding owner Yoav Katz, Sylves mentioned that Katz, like the team, was disappointed after the loss to Ramat Gan but has since rallied the players, reinforcing their belief. He described a small gathering with Katz that emphasized team unity and faith in their capabilities, regardless of the opponent or venue.
Sylves emphasized that against Maccabi Tel Aviv, "actions and faith are the only things that can help." He believes that a perfect performance from his team, combined with an off-day for Maccabi, is necessary to achieve an unexpected result.
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