Maccabi Tel Aviv Prepares Lineup Changes Ahead of Europa League Rematch with CSKA Sofia

Following a heavy 3-0 defeat last week, Maccabi Tel Aviv is gearing up for the Europa League third qualifying round second leg against CSKA Sofia on Thursday. Despite the steep deficit, the Israeli club aims to deliver a stronger performance not only to keep their European hopes alive but also to restore the team's morale and energy after the previous loss.

Coach Kenny Miller is set to make several lineup adjustments in response to last week's criticism. Notably, Roy Revivo, who did not travel for the first leg amid transfer rumors 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 Freih, who traveled with the team, is unlikely to start. Instead, young Israeli striker Aster Sokler will make his first start, potentially marking his final appearance for the club before his move to Colorado Rapids in Major League Soccer. The projected starting lineup includes Ofek Malika in goal, defenders Asante, Kamara, Shlomo, and Revivo, midfielders Itamar Noy, Ido Shahar, and Issouf Sisoko, with Dor Peretz, Helio Varela, and Sokler leading the attack.