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Maccabi Haifa Faces Defensive Challenges as Key Players Sidelined for Upcoming Season
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
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Maccabi Haifa faces defensive difficulties as key left-backs Pierre Cornu and Yinon Feingezicht are injured, with Daniel Golani also excluded from next season's plans. The team lacks a natural left-back, relying on players like Sean Goldberg and Kenny Saif for the position. The season starts with a Toto Cup match on July 25 and the league opener on August 22.
- 01Maccabi Haifa excludes Daniel Golani from next season's squad, impacting defense.
- 02Left-backs Pierre Cornu and Yinon Feingezicht suffer serious injuries, sidelined for months.
- 03Cornu expected back by January 2027; Feingezicht may miss most of next season due to ACL tear.
- 04No natural left-back remains on the roster, forcing position shifts.
- 05Sean Goldberg and Kenny Saif are potential left-back options for upcoming matches.
- 06Season begins July 25 in Toto Cup against Hapoel Haifa, league starts August 22 versus Hapoel Ramat Gan.
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