Maccabi Haifa Coaches and Manager Back Midfielder Yarin Levi Ahead of League Start

Maccabi Haifa is preparing for the upcoming league season, with their final test scheduled against Hapoel Jerusalem in the Toto Cup ranking matches on August 13, 2026. Key players returning from injury, including Ali Mohamed and Yila Btayi, are expected to receive playing time. Goalkeeper Omri Glazer, sidelined since an injury and a minor car accident, is also anticipated to start, replacing Glen Alwin, who had performed well recently.

Midfielder Yarin Levi remains a central figure in the team's midfield plans. Both head coach Barak Bachar and sporting director Lior Rafaelov have expressed full support for Levi, sending a clear message to the club's management about their confidence in him. The coaching staff was pleased with Levi's performance in the recent match against Bnei Sakhnin, recognizing that he is still adapting to the team.

Levi is expected to lead the midfield alongside Eitan Azoulay, who is entering his third season with Maccabi Haifa, and Bronninio. This trio is projected to be the backbone of the team's midfield for the coming season as they aim to start strong in the Israeli Premier League.