Hapoel Tel Aviv Advances to Conference League Playoffs Despite Late Loss in Poland
Hapoel Tel Aviv secured their place in the playoff round of the UEFA Conference League after a tense second-leg match against Katowice in Poland on August 12, 2026. Although the Israeli team lost 2-1 in the match, they advanced with a 3-2 aggregate score. Roi Elkukin assisted Stav Turyel, who scored in the 23rd minute to give Hapoel an early lead. However, Katowice scored twice in the final minutes, putting pressure on Hapoel before they ultimately confirmed their progression.
This achievement marks a significant milestone for Hapoel Tel Aviv, as it is their first time since the 2011/12 season to advance past two qualifying rounds in a European competition. Their next challenge will be against the Italian side Atalanta, which stands as the final hurdle before the group stage of the Conference League. The match saw early promising chances for Hapoel, including a close miss by Emmanuel Boateng and a notable opportunity by Fernan Maimbu.
The victory and advancement highlight Hapoel Tel Aviv's growing presence in European football and set the stage for a high-profile encounter with Atalanta, a strong contender in the competition.
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