Beitar Jerusalem's Yarden Cohen Injured in Warm-Up, Replaced Before Conference League Playoff Match

Beitar Jerusalem faced a setback just before their Conference League playoff match against Austria Vienna on August 13, 2026, when left-back Yarden Cohen was injured during the warm-up and had to be replaced. Cohen, who was expected to start the game, was substituted by Niv Shado, with Almog Cohen making the tactical change to the starting lineup. The club is hopeful that Cohen's injury is not serious, as he is a key player for the team. Cohen joined Beitar Jerusalem from Maccabi Petah Tikva last summer and quickly became a regular starter last season, playing full matches in nearly every game. He finished the previous season with four goals and four assists in 33 appearances for the capital club. Beitar Jerusalem is currently trying to overturn a 2-1 deficit from the first leg against Austria Vienna to advance in the Conference League.