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Ongoing Story· Day 4

Beitar Jerusalem Considers Foreign Player Exclusion for Hapoel Petah Tikva Match

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Beitar Jerusalem Coach Almog Cohen Debates Starting Striker Ahead of Hapoel Petah Tikva Match

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Beitar Jerusalem coach Almog Cohen is deliberating between Sean Weissman and Yujin Ansah for the striker position in Saturday's match against Hapoel Petah Tikva. The team is adhering to a seven-foreigner limit, with Samuel Kalu likely to be excluded. Coach Cohen warned his players about the difficulty of the match and addressed unprofessional conduct, clarifying free-kick responsibilities.

The story in 5 lines · by baba

  • Coach Almog Cohen is deciding between Sean Weissman and Yujin Ansah for Beitar Jerusalem's forward spot.
  • Sean Weissman is reportedly favored for the starting striker role against Hapoel Petah Tikva.
  • Samuel Kalu is expected to be the foreign player left out of the matchday squad.
  • Coach Cohen warned players that Hapoel Petah Tikva games are always difficult.
  • Player conduct was addressed, with specific clarification on free-kick duties.

Beitar Jerusalem is preparing for their upcoming match against Hapoel Petah Tikva, with coach Almog Cohen facing a decision regarding the team's forward position. The primary dilemma is between Sean Weissman and Yujin Ansah, though Weissman appears to have the edge. The coaching staff highly values Weissman's work rate, aggressive pressing, and overall approach, expressing confidence that goals will soon follow, boosting his confidence.

Samuel Kalu is expected to be the player left out of the matchday squad, adhering to the seven-foreigner registration limit. Coach Cohen emphasized the difficulty of the upcoming game, telling his players that Hapoel Petah Tikva "always makes it difficult for us there" and that the match will be tougher than their encounter with Maccabi Tel Aviv. He stressed that no games in the league are easy.

The professional staff also addressed player conduct, making it clear that unprofessional behavior will not be overlooked.

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