Beitar Jerusalem Offers Players Bonuses If They Advance to Conference League Group Stage

Beitar Jerusalem aims to make history by reaching the group stage of a European competition for the first time in the club's history. After their 1-0 win in the first leg against AEK Larnaca, coach Almog Cohen emphasized to his players that the tie is not yet won, stating, "For me, we haven't won." The team prepares for the second leg in Romania, with about 3,000 fans expected to travel to support them. Security measures are heightened, with police reinforcements from nearby cities ensuring order, and Cypriot fans will be seated separately and escorted out first.

Financial incentives are set to motivate the squad and staff, with contract reviews revealing bonuses totaling up to two million shekels if the team advances. Most players have individual bonuses, with higher amounts for key players and additional rewards for the coaching staff. Cohen is focused on maintaining high concentration and has instructed the team to press aggressively from the start, anticipating that the Cypriot side will seek an early goal. He wants the team to control the outcome and not rely on defensive tactics.

The club's management and fans are hopeful that this historic achievement will be secured, marking a significant milestone for Beitar Jerusalem in European football.