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Maccabi Haifa Faces Defensive Doubts Ahead of Derby Against Hapoel Haifa
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First reported by N12 · Jul 23, 2026
What happened
Maccabi Haifa prepares for Saturday's derby against Hapoel Haifa amid defensive injuries and fitness doubts, with Pedro uncertain and Bronninio likely starting on the bench. New season debuts are expected for Glazer, Levi, and Mordechai, while the captaincy decision remains pending.
- 01Pedro is doubtful for the derby due to a groin injury and missed recent training.
- 02Bronninio will likely start on the bench, joining in the second half if fit.
- 03Defensive options are limited, with Tsunami returning and Nigel Lonwijk unregistered.
- 04Omri Glazer and Yarin Levi will make their season debuts; Yair Mordechai will debut officially.
- 05The team will decide on the captaincy before the match, with several candidates considered.
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Full coverage · 2 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 24, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Faces Defensive Doubts Ahead of Derby Against Hapoel Haifa
N12Center · HebrewJul 24, 2026
Maccabi Haifa Faces Defensive Doubts Ahead of Derby Against Hapoel Haifa
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 24, 2026
Hapoel Haifa Plans to Promote 20-Year-Old Yaad Gonen in Upcoming Derby Match
N12Center · HebrewJul 24, 2026
Hapoel Haifa Plans to Rely on Young Talent Yaad Gonen in Upcoming Derby
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