Maccabi Ashdod Stuns Benfica in Dream European Volleyball Debut
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Maccabi Ashdod made a dream debut in the European Challenge Cup, defeating Benfica Lisbon 3-1 in Portugal. In other European action, Maccabi Haifa lost 3-1 to Tenerife Sport. Domestically, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Mate Asher, M.S. Eilaboun, and Maccabi Rehovot all secured victories in the men's league. The second leg matches for Ashdod and Haifa are scheduled for later this week.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Ashdod achieved a dream debut in the European Challenge Cup with a 3-1 win over Benfica Lisbon.
- Maccabi Haifa lost their European Challenge Cup opener 3-1 against Tenerife Sport.
- In the men's league, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Mate Asher, M.S. Eilaboun, and Maccabi Rehovot all won their matches.
- Maccabi Ashdod's Kober and Protzky were standout performers in their European victory.
- Hapoel Mate Asher remains undefeated in the men's league this season.
- Maccabi Rehovot's win moved them to third place in the league standings.
Maccabi Ashdod achieved a dream debut in the European Challenge Cup, securing a 3-1 victory against Benfica Lisbon in Portugal. The Israeli team showcased a stellar performance, with Kober and Protzky leading the charge. Meanwhile, Maccabi Haifa, returning to European competition after several years, lost 3-1 to Tenerife Sport in Spain, despite winning a strong third set. Israeli volleyball saw a busy evening with these European matches and several domestic league games.
In the men's Israeli Volleyball League, Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Mate Asher recorded convincing wins, preparing for their upcoming European games. Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Ashdod 3-0, with Santos scoring 19 points. Hapoel Mate Asher also won 3-0 against Hapoel Ma'apil/Menashe/Emek-Hefer, maintaining their undefeated season. Hapoel Mate Asher is set to play in Croatia next week.
M.S. Eilaboun continued their positive momentum with a second consecutive win, beating Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Ata 3-0. Coach Simaan Simaan expressed the importance of the victory, highlighting the team's focus and perfect execution. Eilaboun is now looking ahead to an important away game against Nazareth.
Maccabi Rehovot secured a crucial home victory against Hapoel Lions Jerusalem, winning 3-0. This win propelled Rehovot to third place in the league standings. Coach Omer Marashansky praised the team's performance and the support of the home crowd, acknowledging the challenging nature of the match against a talented Jerusalem side.
The return leg for Maccabi Ashdod against Benfica will be held tomorrow at 21:30 Israel time. The return match for Maccabi Haifa against Tenerife is scheduled for Thursday in Tenerife. The final match of the round in the men's league between Hapoel Kfar Saba and Hapoel Husam Nazareth will take place on November 7.
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