Beitar Jerusalem Player Explains 'Bad Smell' Gesture After Win
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Beitar Jerusalem defeated Hapoel Petah Tikva 1-0 on Sunday, with player Yarden Shua explaining a gesture he made towards an opponent as a reaction to being spat at. Teammate Almog Cohen praised the team's improved defense and Shua's contribution, while also noting the gesture would be reviewed. Shua expressed satisfaction with the win and his current form, stating the team is progressing.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Beitar Jerusalem beat Hapoel Petah Tikva 1-0 on Sunday.
- Yarden Shua explained a gesture as a reaction to an opponent spitting at him.
- Almog Cohen said the team's defense has improved significantly.
- Cohen noted Shua's gesture would be examined by the team.
- Shua stated his name "makes fire" and amplifies attention.
- Beitar Jerusalem remains four points behind the league leaders.
Beitar Jerusalem secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva on Sunday, returning to winning ways and staying four points off the league summit. Almog Cohen expressed satisfaction with many aspects of the game, noting that Hapoel Petah Tikva is a dangerous and well-coached team. He felt the team started at a high tempo and created chances before easing off, but was dominant in the second half. Cohen acknowledged that the team had opportunities to score a second goal in the final ten minutes but had to resort to more direct play as the opposition pushed forward.
Cohen praised the team's improved defensive play and player commitment, stating that the 1-0 scoreline did not reflect the full picture of the match. He also commented on teammate Yarden Shua, saying he feels Shua's effort and that Shua's current approach is necessary for the team's progress. Regarding a specific gesture made by Shua, Cohen stated it would be examined, admitting he hadn't noticed it during the game.
Yarden Shua addressed the gesture he made towards Alex Musonda, which appeared to mimic a bad smell after Musonda approached him. Shua explained that Musonda had approached him and spat, prompting Shua to say "he smells." Shua added that it's unpleasant when someone spits near your face and suggested that the ensuing "noise" was amplified because his name, Yarden Shua, is well-known and "makes fire."
Shua also expressed happiness with the win and returning home with three points, despite the team struggling towards the end. He acknowledged that they expected to control the game more but emphasized the importance of keeping a clean sheet. Shua stated he doesn't feel stuck, noting that not every attack results in a goal and that the team is working on improving and learning from each game. He admitted to a slower start to the season but feels that is behind him as the team is now winning.
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