Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Concerned After Nightmare Season Opener Loss
Maccabi Tel Aviv started their 2026/27 Israeli Premier League season on a troubling note, falling behind just 37 seconds into their match against Hapoel Jerusalem. Vitali Demshkan scored early for Jerusalem, leaving the visiting Maccabi team stunned and sparking disappointment among their fans.
Supporters took to social media to express frustration, particularly criticizing defender Raz Shlomo for failing to prevent the early goal. Many questioned the team's defensive lineup, including Ben Hamo and Ben Harush, and midfielders Ido Shahar and Dor Peretz, describing the start as a nightmare. Some fans also criticized the club's decision not to postpone the game, labeling it a managerial mistake.
The negative reaction was widespread, with tweets calling for changes in the squad and highlighting the defensive errors that contributed to the early setback. Despite the rough start, some fans urged the team to move forward and improve in upcoming matches.
Maccabi Tel Aviv will need to regroup quickly to avoid further disappointment as the new season progresses.
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