Maccabi Tel Aviv Prepares for Europa League Clash Against Sheriff Tiraspol

Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to host Sheriff Tiraspol on Thursday evening in their first home match of the European season, the second-leg qualifier of the UEFA Europa League. The Israeli club arrives confident with a commanding 5-0 lead from the first leg against the Moldovan side. Despite this advantage, the team emphasizes the importance of starting the season strongly and maintaining momentum after last season's many challenges.

Coach Kenny Miller is expected to make changes to the starting lineup, including the anticipated return of Helio Varela, who may replace either Ido Shahar or Itamar Noy. Additionally, Shagiv Yehezkel is likely to start, while Tyrese Asante will miss the match due to illness and did not travel with the team. The club aims to secure another victory to boost fan excitement and create a vibrant atmosphere around the team early in the season.