Hapoel Be'er Sheva Stuns Maccabi Haifa 5-2, Silencing Critics
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Maccabi Haifa 5-2 in a significant league match, silencing critics who had doubted them after a recent European loss. The team praised coach Ran Kozuch and highlighted the strong comeback of defender Djibril Diop. The win places Be'er Sheva third in the league, tied on points with second place.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Be'er Sheva secured a dominant 5-2 victory over Maccabi Haifa, silencing critics.
- Coach Ran Kozuch was praised for his strategic decisions and player management.
- Defender Djibril Diop delivered a strong performance after facing criticism.
- The win moved Hapoel Be'er Sheva to third place in the league standings.
- Key players like Eliel Peretz and Lucas Ventura were absent but the team performed well.
Hapoel Be'er Sheva achieved a resounding 5-2 victory over Maccabi Haifa at Sammy Ofer Stadium, silencing critics who had underestimated them following a recent loss in the Europa League. Players expressed satisfaction, noting that opponents focused on their travel fatigue and overlooked their capabilities. "They didn't count on us. They were preoccupied with our flights and fatigue, thinking they were coming for a stroll," one player commented, adding, "We are used to not being counted on, but this was a bit excessive."
The team also lauded coach Ran Kozuch for his strategic decisions, including managing player fatigue and integrating the squad effectively despite the absence of key players like Eliel Peretz and Lucas Ventura. Kozuch was credited with bringing out excellent performances from all players.
A significant storyline was the strong performance of defender Djibril Diop, who had faced considerable criticism. Diop, supported by Kozuch both verbally and through playing time, delivered a standout performance, earning praise from teammates and fans alike.
Other players receiving commendations included Forson Amankwah and Niv Yehoshua for their midfield control and ball retention, and striker Igor Zlatanovic, recognized as one of the league's most effective forwards.
With this win, Hapoel Be'er Sheva is now level on points with second-place Hapoel Tel Aviv, occupying third place in the league standings. The victory also placed them above Bachar's team and kept them in contention for the top spot, currently held by Maccabi Tel Aviv.
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