Hapoel Tel Aviv Coach Eliniv Berda Focuses on Improving Ahead of Katowice Return Match

Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to face Katowice on Wednesday in the second leg of the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. The Israeli team secured a strong 2-0 victory in the first leg and aims to advance to the playoff round against Atalanta. Ahead of the match, Hapoel Tel Aviv coach Eliniv Berda emphasized that the previous result is no longer relevant, stating that the game effectively starts at 0-0. He described the upcoming match as very challenging and intense, especially with Katowice's home crowd support, and expressed confidence that his team can play better than in the first leg.

Berda also highlighted the team's preparations, noting they will focus on improving areas that were not satisfactory in the initial game. Defender Doron Leidner echoed this sentiment, acknowledging Katowice as a strong and tough opponent and stressing the need for maximum effort to progress. Both coach and player are determined to perform at their best to secure advancement in the competition.