Mohamad Ali Kamara Suffers Injury in Europa League Match Against Aston Villa

Maccabi Tel Aviv faced Aston Villa in the fourth round of the Europa League on November 6, 2025, at Villa Park. In a detrimental turn of events, the team experienced a significant setback in the first half when defender Mohamad Ali Kamara sustained an injury.

Injury Details

Kamara made his return to the field after serving a suspension for an incident in which he struck teammate Raz Shlomo during training. Unfortunately, during the 14th minute of the match, he was unable to continue and had to be substituted, with Heitor taking his place on the field.

Implications for Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Defense

Should Kamara’s injury lead to an extended absence, it could create challenges for head coach Žarko Lazić in maintaining a solid defensive lineup. Currently, the team’s defensive options include Raz Shlomo, Heitor, and Itay Ben Hamu, the latter of whom has yet to see game time this season.

In this challenging situation, there’s also the possibility that Tyreese Asante may need to be repositistartd from his usual right-back role to fill the void.

As Maccabi Tel Aviv navigates this rough patch, the focus will undoubtedly remain on their defensive strategy moving forward in the tournament.