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Ongoing Story· Day 14

Maccabi Haifa Suffers Third Heaviest Defeat at Sammy Ofer Stadium

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Maccabi Haifa Coach Barak Bakhar Resigns After Losing Streak

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Hebrew · 12 newsrooms covering

Maccabi Haifa coach Barak Bakhar resigned on Saturday, November 7, 2026, after three straight losses. Fans expressed support for the departing coach, calling his decision honorable. However, some believe the club faces deeper issues beyond the coaching staff. A significant rebuilding and philosophical change are suggested as necessary for future success.

The story in 5 lines · by baba

  • Coach Barak Bakhar resigned from Maccabi Haifa on November 7, 2026, after three consecutive losses.
  • Fans expressed support and acknowledged Bakhar's significant contributions to the club.
  • Bakhar's resignation was seen as an honorable and responsible decision.
  • Some observers believe Maccabi Haifa has deeper issues that require a fundamental rebuilding.
  • A change in philosophy is suggested as necessary for the club's future success.
Maccabi Haifa Coach Barak Bakhar Resigns After Losing Streak
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Maccabi Haifa coach Barak Bakhar announced his resignation on Saturday, November 7, 2026, following three consecutive losses. The announcement was made live on air. Bakhar, considered one of the club's greatest coaches, stepped down after a period of poor performance. Fans reacted with a mix of sadness and support, acknowledging his significant contributions to the club over three memorable years. Many expressed that Bakhar's decision was honorable and that he took responsibility appropriately. However, some fans and observers noted that the team's issues run deeper than the coaching position, suggesting underlying problems within the club that began during the 2023/24 season. They believe that a fundamental rebuilding and a shift in philosophy are necessary for future success.

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