Teresa Cohen Expresses Support for Footballers' Wives Amid Distance Challenges

Teresa Cohen, partner of footballer Doron Leidner, opened up about the difficulties she faces due to the physical distance from her partner, especially as he plays for Hapoel Tel Aviv. The team recently advanced to the Conference League playoffs after a 2-3 aggregate win over Katowice, despite losing the second leg 2-1. In a video message, Cohen acknowledged the challenges of being apart from her partner, saying, "It angers me that he is not at home," while recognizing that many women with partners in military reserve duty endure even greater hardships.

Cohen emphasized that she does not want to compare her situation to that of the wives of reservists, stating, "My heart is with you, but please do not mix the two because I do not see them as the same." She admitted to feeling some difficulty herself and extended her empathy to other women dating footballers, concluding, "My heart is with you too." In the video caption, she reiterated her respect for the reservists' wives and shared that despite being busy and living her life, adapting to this new reality is not always easy.

Her comments highlight the emotional strain experienced by partners of professional athletes who often face long separations due to the demands of the sport. Cohen's candid remarks came shortly after Hapoel Tel Aviv's recent success, underscoring the personal sacrifices behind the scenes.