Sheriff Tiraspol Coach Prepares for Tough Match Against Maccabi Tel Aviv in Europa League
Sheriff Tiraspol's coach, Victor Mihailov, spoke ahead of his team's Europa League opener against Maccabi Tel Aviv on July 23, 2026. He acknowledged the strength of the Israeli side, highlighting their recent Super Cup victory and European-level quality. Mihailov emphasized that all matches against Israeli teams are challenging but expressed hope to break this trend and advance in the competition.
The Moldovan coach noted that his squad is mostly fit, though Emil's participation remains uncertain. He mentioned that Joseph Lores was removed from the starting lineup for professional reasons but could still start. Mihailov stressed the importance of discipline and commitment on the field, stating that success depends on the players' ability to implement their game plan.
Mihailov also encouraged fans to attend and support the team, underlining the technical and physical strength of Maccabi Tel Aviv. The match is set to take place in Tiraspol, marking the beginning of Maccabi's European campaign for the 2026/27 season.
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