Sana Gomes Returns to Bnei Sakhnin Lineup Against Maccabi Haifa as Coach Abuksis Seeks Win

Bnei Sakhnin will host Maccabi Haifa on Saturday evening in a Toto Cup match, aiming to break their losing streak from last season and improve their unsatisfactory performance. Coach Yossi Abuksis plans several lineup changes from the previous game against Ironi Kiryat Shmona. Sana Gomes, returning from suspension, will rejoin the starting eleven alongside veteran defender Iyad Abu Abid. Angolan midfielder Norberto Carlos will return to midfield, partnering with Ahmad Taha and Mostafa Sheikh Yosef. Ahmad Salman will lead the attack, replacing the suspended Basil Khouri, while senior goalkeeper Raul Belbrau will start in goal.

Ahead of the match, Sakhnin acknowledged their current struggles but emphasized patience and rebuilding, noting that even Maccabi Haifa is not yet fully prepared. The club also responded to Maccabi Haifa's recent appeal for fans to attend in groups of at least three by urging their supporters to remain calm and composed during the game. The expected starting lineup includes Raul Belbrau; Mohammed Ganama, Maron Gentos, Iyad Abu Abid, Amit Karadi, Sana Gomes; Norberto Carlos, Ahmad Taha, Mostafa Sheikh Yosef; Mathieu Kodjo, and Ahmad Salman.