Maccabi Tel Aviv Coach Kenny Miller Urges Ruthlessness in Training Ahead of New Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv is intensifying preparations for the 2026/27 season under their newly appointed head coach Kenny Miller. Ahead of the season, the club released footage from a recent training session where Miller was miked up, providing fans a glimpse into his coaching style and philosophy. Miller emphasized the need for aggression and commitment, instructing players to fully engage in attacking drills and to be relentless in front of goal. "We will train at the pace of a real match, and when we get scoring chances, we will take them," Miller said. "Get used to being ruthless in the box. When we have an opportunity, we put the ball in the net. Whoever doesn’t score, starts running."

Miller’s promotion to head coach follows a turbulent 2025/26 season marked by coaching changes. The season began with Serbian coach Žarko Lazetić, who left amid controversies, succeeded by Roni Dayan. After further unrest, Miller, previously Dayan’s assistant, was elevated to interim head coach and has now been confirmed in the role for the upcoming season. The club appears focused on instilling a more aggressive and decisive approach under Miller’s leadership as they aim to improve their performance in the Israeli Premier League.