Hapoel Tel Aviv Prepares for Toto Cup Opener Against Beitar Jerusalem with Key Players Fit
Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to face Beitar Jerusalem tomorrow in their first official match of the 2026/27 season, part of the Toto Cup competition. Coach Eliniv Breda will have nearly a full squad available, except for second goalkeeper Dor Binyamini, who is injured. Roy Burns will replace him in the squad. Amit Lamkin, who was injured during the training camp in Slovakia, has recovered and is expected to be included in the team for the match.
Training sessions indicate that striker Emmanuel Boateng is favored to start over Daniel Dappa, who will likely be on the bench. Mor Buskila is expected to start on the left wing, with Omri Altman playing behind Boateng. New signing Yonatan Farber will be on the bench, awaiting his opportunity to play.
Ahead of the match, Hapoel Tel Aviv expressed their goal to start the season strongly by securing a spot in the Toto Cup semifinals. They also emphasized the importance of performing well as preparation for their upcoming two-legged tie against Ludogorets. The projected starting lineup includes Asaf Tzur; Shahar Piven, Fernan Mayembo, Chico, Doron Leidner; Adrian Kraviev, Falcao, Omri Altman; Satu Turiel, Mor Buskila, and Emmanuel Boateng.