Israel Draws With Kosovo, Midfielder Dor Peretz Remains Optimistic
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The Israeli national football team drew 0-0 with Kosovo in the UEFA Nations League, remaining winless in the campaign. Midfielder Dor Peretz called it a "missed opportunity" but expressed optimism about the team's future and potential to reach a major tournament. Debutant Niv Yehoshua and goalkeeper Daniel Peretz also shared disappointment but looked forward to upcoming games, viewing the campaign as preparation for Euro qualifiers.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel drew 0-0 with Kosovo in a UEFA Nations League match, extending their winless streak.
- Midfielder Dor Peretz expressed belief that the team can qualify for a major tournament.
- Niv Yehoshua made his debut for the national team in the match against Kosovo.
- Goalkeeper Daniel Peretz acknowledged the missed opportunity but remained optimistic about future games.
- The team views the Nations League campaign as preparation for the Euro qualifiers.
The Israeli national football team drew 0-0 with Kosovo in a UEFA Nations League match, extending their winless streak in the campaign. Despite Kosovo playing with 10 men for part of the second half, Israel failed to secure a victory on the road. Midfielder Dor Peretz described the result as a "missed opportunity" to strengthen their position at home, acknowledging the team's struggles and the need for continued learning.
Peretz noted that the team has experienced "great upheaval" during the campaign but believes their stabilization process shows a positive trend. He expressed confidence in the team's quality and potential to qualify for a major tournament, stating, "I believe we will be in a big tournament." He also praised Niv Yehoshua's debut performance, highlighting his defensive contributions.
Yehoshua, making his first start, shared the feeling of disappointment, as the team had aimed for six points from their recent matches to secure promotion to League B. He expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him by the coaching staff and teammates, and is confident that wins will come.
Goalkeeper Daniel Peretz also acknowledged the missed opportunity, emphasizing the team's strong defensive effort that limited Kosovo's chances. He noted the challenging pitch conditions and the team's adjustment to a more direct playing style. Peretz views the Nations League campaign as preparation for the Euro qualifiers and remains optimistic about the team's future progress, believing they are close to breaking through.
Both players highlighted the intensity of the match and the difficult home atmosphere in Kosovo. They are looking ahead to their next game, with Peretz mentioning the possibility of securing third place in the group, which would offer some reward.
