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Former Coach Saraf Criticizes Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Squad After Heavy Loss to CSKA Sofia

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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago

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After Maccabi Tel Aviv’s 3-0 loss to CSKA Sofia, former coach Shlomo Saraf criticized the team’s squad quality and readiness, calling for urgent reinforcements and defending Roy Revivo amid his desire to leave.

01Maccabi Tel Aviv’s current squad is only capable of competing for 7th-8th place, says Shlomo Saraf.
02The 3-0 loss to CSKA Sofia exposed weaknesses in defense, midfield, and attack.
03Saraf criticized starters Shahar Rozen and Itay Ben Hamo as unfit for the team.
04He called for a serious internal review and squad strengthening before the league season.
05Saraf said Roy Revivo’s contributions were significant and fans should not blame him.
06Said Abu Farhi is not the striker Maccabi needs and should be sold for profit.

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