Maccabi Haifa Praises Bronninio After Season-Opening Win Against Hapoel Ramat Gan

Maccabi Haifa began their 2026/27 season with a 2-1 home victory over Hapoel Ramat Gan on August 22, overcoming disappointing Toto Cup performances. The club expressed satisfaction with the team's approach and performance, especially in the first half-hour, highlighting Bronninio as the standout player. Club officials called him a star and noted their desire to sign him since January, expecting him to contribute significantly moving forward.

Yarin Levi also impressed, with the club hopeful that his recent contract renewal will allow him to focus fully on football. Ali Mohamed's impact was felt despite not being at full fitness, underscoring his importance to the squad. Coach Barak Bachar faces challenges in midfield ahead of the upcoming match against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Despite the positive start, the club acknowledges the need for improvement against stronger opponents and on tougher pitches. Players such as Kang Ji Hura, Silva, Kani Villa Betai, and Andrea Novakovic, who debuted and earned a penalty, are expected to elevate their performances soon. The club emphasized the importance of this win after criticism following Toto Cup games, praising the team's aggression and determination.

Maccabi Haifa also commended their fans for continued support even during difficult moments, crediting them as a factor in the victory. Meanwhile, the club is actively searching for a right winger to replace the injured Manuel Benson, evaluating several candidates offered to the coaching staff.