Hapoel Tel Aviv Advances in Conference League with Emmanuel Boateng's Brace

Hapoel Tel Aviv secured their place in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League after a 2-2 draw against Ludogorets in Bulgaria on July 30, 2026. Despite acknowledging that their performance was not at its peak, the club expressed satisfaction with the team's character and the significant achievement against a seasoned European opponent. The club also praised their fans for creating a strong presence in the stands, describing the away match atmosphere as "home-like." Emmanuel Boateng was the standout player, scoring both goals after a challenging personal period and limited scoring since joining the team. The coaching staff showed continued trust in him, hoping this breakthrough signals more goals to come. Looking ahead, Hapoel Tel Aviv is preparing for their next fixture against Polish side Katowice. On the squad front, Roy Korin remains sidelined and will receive additional rest but is expected to return for the upcoming two matches. Dor Binyamini rejoined the squad as the second goalkeeper after Shon Ben Nesar, who joined about a month ago, returned to Herzliya. The club emphasized the team's unity and growing confidence building on last season's foundation.