Almog Cohen Motivates Beitar Jerusalem Players Before Extra Time in Conference League Win
Beitar Jerusalem advanced to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League on July 30, 2026, after a dramatic penalty shootout victory against AEK Larnaca. The match ended 3-2 after 120 minutes, with a 3-3 aggregate score, before Beitar won 4-3 on penalties. Coach Almog Cohen praised the team's performance and described the win as "the sweetest possible."
Cohen revealed his motivational talk to the players before extra time, emphasizing the importance of courage in football. He told them that courage means continuing to fight after mistakes, encouraging them to maintain confidence and belief despite conceding a goal. "I told them, 'Remember I said you need courage? This is our courage, to come back with full confidence and win this game,'" Cohen said.
He also highlighted the passionate support from the fans, describing the crowd as "something crazy" and noting that "every baby is an Ultras." This victory marks a significant milestone for the Israeli club in European competition, reflecting both the team's resilience and strong fanbase.
Beitar Jerusalem will now prepare for the next round of the Conference League qualifiers, carrying the momentum from this hard-fought win.
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