Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Uphill Battle After 3-0 Loss to CSKA Sofia in Europa League Qualifier
How 6 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By נדב צנציפר
First reported by N12 · Aug 5, 2026
What happened
Maccabi Tel Aviv lost 3-0 to CSKA Sofia in the Europa League qualifier first leg held in Georgia without fans due to sanctions and security concerns, putting their advancement in jeopardy. Coach Kenny Miller admitted the challenge is tough but not over, while the team struggled with possession and defensive errors. If eliminated, Maccabi will move to the Conference League playoffs.
- 01Maccabi Tel Aviv lost 3-0 to CSKA Sofia in the Europa League qualifier first leg.
- 02The match was played in Batumi, Georgia, without fans due to UEFA sanctions and security issues.
- 03Coach Kenny Miller said the tie is not over but the late goal made it harder.
- 04Maccabi struggled with possession and individual battles during the match.
- 05If eliminated, Maccabi will enter the Conference League playoffs against Lugano or Larne.
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