Maccabi Tel Aviv Set to Field Roy Revivo and Ester Sokler in Europa League Return Against CSKA Sofia
Following a heavy 3-0 defeat last week, Maccabi Tel Aviv is preparing for the Europa League third qualifying round second leg against CSKA Sofia on Thursday. Despite the challenging three-goal deficit, the club aims to deliver a stronger performance to restore player confidence and team spirit after the previous loss.
Coach Kenny Miller plans several lineup changes in response to last week's criticism. Roy Revivo, who did not travel for the first leg amid transfer speculation to Spain, has joined the squad and is expected to start. Tyrese Asante may return to the right side of defense, with Mohammed Ali Kamara and Raz Shlomo completing the back four.
In attack, Saeid Abu Farhi, who traveled with the team, is unlikely to start. Instead, young Israeli striker Ester Sokler will make his starting debut, possibly marking his final appearance for the cup holders before his move to Colorado Rapids in Major League Soccer. The probable starting lineup includes Ofek Malika, Tyrese Asante, Mohammed Ali Kamara, Raz Shlomo, Roy Revivo, Itamar Noy, Ido Shahar, Issouf Sisoko, Dor Peretz, Helio Varela, and Ester Sokler.
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