Hapoel Haifa Awaits Willy Agada's Arrival After Visa Delay Ahead of Premier League Start

Hapoel Haifa is preparing for the arrival of their new striker, Willy Agada, who is set to join the team’s training sessions ahead of the Israeli Premier League season. Agada, who finalized his contract with the club nine days ago, experienced a delay in arriving due to visa processing issues. Originally expected to arrive earlier, he requested to postpone his arrival by one day, landing in Israel early Thursday morning, a request approved by the club.

The team recently celebrated a 4-0 victory over Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Toto Cup, securing fifth place in the tournament. Hapoel Haifa’s season opener was postponed, delaying their first league match against Hapoel Be'er Sheva. Their first game will now take place in about a week and a half, hosting Hapoel Tel Aviv at Sammy Ofer Stadium.

The delay in the season start gives Hapoel Haifa an opportunity to integrate Agada into the squad and improve his match fitness before the first game. Additionally, the club is hopeful for the return to fitness of injured player Wahib Habiballah. Coach Haim Silvas’s squad is thus aiming to be fully prepared for the upcoming league challenges.