Bnei Sakhnin Faces Squad Challenges Ahead of Season Opener Against Maccabi Netanya

Bnei Sakhnin is set to begin its Israeli Premier League season on Monday with an away match against Maccabi Netanya, aiming to improve on its recent Toto Cup performances. The team, coached by Yossi Abuksis, will contend with several squad uncertainties as some new signings are not yet match-fit. Romanian forward Daniel Preskiv, a recent addition, remains unfit and will miss the opener, while Ilai Hajaj, who joined last week, is included in the squad and available for selection.

The club is notably disappointed with the performance of Norberto Carlos, the Angolan midfielder and the first player signed this summer. Besides underwhelming displays, Carlos has suffered an injury that will sideline him for the upcoming game. With no current option to add more foreign players, the club faces a difficult decision regarding his future.

Ahead of the match, coach Abuksis expressed excitement about the season's start and the gradual integration of new players, emphasizing the desire for a strong squad. He acknowledged the challenge of playing away at Netanya and stated the team's intent to win. Defender Dmitri Kabra also shared optimism, highlighting the team's confidence after a recent victory and the goal to start the league positively for a successful season.