Ludogorets Faces Key Player Absences Ahead of Europa Conference League Clash with Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to begin its European campaign on Thursday in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League against Bulgarian side Ludogorets. Despite Ludogorets being a tough opponent, there is encouraging news for Hapoel, who enter the match as underdogs. According to Bulgarian media reports, Ludogorets will be missing several key players for the upcoming two-legged tie. Four players, including Caio Vidal, Eric Marcus, and Droy Duarte, have not been registered for the matches. Vidal and Marcus are sidelined due to injuries, while Duarte, a Cape Verde international, is resting after participating in the World Cup and will join the team later. Additionally, Ludogorets’ new signing, Hossam Abdelmaguid, an Egyptian international also coming off World Cup duty, will be absent as he is currently on vacation. These absences could impact Ludogorets’ readiness and provide Hapoel Tel Aviv with a competitive advantage as they prepare for the crucial European fixture.