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Full coverage· Sports· Updated

Hapoel Tel Aviv's Transformation: From League Doormat to Contender

Hapoel Tel Aviv has transformed from a league doormat to a competitive force under new ownership, culminating in a 3-2 Toto Cup final victory over rivals Maccabi Tel Aviv. The team's improved foreign signings and renewed competitive spirit are key factors in this shift.

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What happened

  1. 01Hapoel Tel Aviv has stopped being the league's pushover since new ownership took over.
  2. 02Dor Peretz scored two late goals to secure a 3-2 Toto Cup final victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv.
  3. 03Hapoel's foreign signings are outperforming Maccabi's despite a smaller budget.
  4. 04The team's current competitive spirit and character are highlighted as key improvements.
  5. 05Commentator Emanuel Rosen believes the team's transformation is more significant than the cup win itself.

While not expected to win the league, Hapoel's current performance signifies a significant positive change after years of struggles, challenging the complacency of rivals.

Translated and summarized by baba from N12, the latest report. Read N12’s original

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