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Beitar Jerusalem Faces Dilemma Over Pressing Intensity of Star Players Shua and Atzili

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First reported by Mako · 29 minutes ago

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Beitar Jerusalem coach Almog Cohen urges star players Omri Atzili and Yarden Shua to increase their pressing intensity or face substitution as the team aims to advance in European qualifiers. Despite their offensive importance, their defensive work rate lags behind peers, prompting a tactical dilemma. Experts suggest a balanced approach to maximize both players' impact this season.

01Beitar Jerusalem coach Almog Cohen demands more pressing from stars Atzili and Shua or they risk being benched.
02Atzili and Shua contributed to over half of Beitar's goals last season but have low defensive pressing stats.
03Both players have not finished matches together under Cohen, often substituted around the 65th minute.
04Cohen's pressing strategy draws from German football influences and Klopp's successful tactics.
05Experts and veteran coach Nir Klinger support raising intensity but warn against overburdening key players.
06A balanced approach is suggested to maintain offensive output while improving defensive pressing, especially in Europe.

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