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Maccabi Haifa Signs Serbian-American Striker Andrea Novakovic Amid Mixed Italian Reviews
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First reported by Walla · Jul 16, 2026
What happened
Andrea Novakovic, a 29-year-old Serbian-American striker, joins Maccabi Haifa after seven years in Italy's Serie B with mixed success. Known for his physical play and work ethic but criticized for poor finishing, Novakovic's best form came at Lecce despite team relegation. Haifa hopes to harness his strengths and improve his scoring in the Israeli league.
- 01Andrea Novakovic signed with Maccabi Haifa after seven years playing in Italy's Serie B.
- 02He scored 15 league goals over four seasons, with two teams relegated during his tenure.
- 03Novakovic is praised for his physicality and work ethic but criticized for poor finishing.
- 04His best season was at Lecce in 2023/24, earning fan support despite team relegation.
- 05At Bari and Reggiana, he struggled to impress fans and media, leading to negative reviews.
- 06Maccabi Haifa coach Barak Bachar aims to boost Novakovic's confidence and goal output.
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N12Center · HebrewJul 17, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Serbian-American Striker Andrea Novakovic Amid Mixed Italian Reviews
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 17, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Serbian-American Striker Andrea Novakovic Amid Mixed Italian Reviews
WallaCenter · HebrewJul 17, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Accelerates Squad Building With Defensive Reinforcements After Signing Novakovic
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N12Center · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Novakovic, Plans Major Foreign Player Changes Ahead of New Season
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Forward Andrea Novakovic After Controversial Exit from Italian Club
N12Center · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Forward Andrea Novakovic Amid Controversial Exit from Italian Club
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs Versatile Forward Andrea Novakovich for 2026/27 Season
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs American-Serbian Striker Andrea Novakovic from Italy's Serie B
N12Center · HebrewJul 16, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Signs American-Serbian Striker Andrea Novakovic from Italy's Serie B
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