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Maccabi Haifa Faces Harsh Criticism After Poor Start to Season

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First reported by N12 · Jul 28, 2026

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Maccabi Haifa has faced severe criticism after two heavy Toto Cup losses, with analysts calling for the dismissal of coach Barak Bachar and sporting director Lior Rafaelov due to poor team performance and management. The club's preparation and player signings have been questioned, raising concerns about the season ahead.

01Maccabi Haifa lost twice in Toto Cup, conceding three goals each time, sparking heavy criticism.
02Analysts blame coach Barak Bachar and sporting director Lior Rafaelov for poor team performance.
03Despite ample preparation time, the team appears untrained and disorganized on the field.
04Recent player signings have failed to impress, raising doubts about recruitment strategy.
05Fans had high expectations, but the club risks falling behind rivals like Maccabi Tel Aviv.
06Calls are growing for urgent changes in management and coaching to salvage the season.

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