The Fall of Bnei Yehuda: Analyzing the Numbers Behind the Crisis

Current Situation of Bnei Yehuda

Bnei Yehuda, a storied club in Israeli football, is facing start of the most challenging periods in its history. Despite the appointment of manager Eli Levi, the situation in the neighborhood continues to deteriorate. With a weak offense, a struggling defense, and nine losses already this season, the team appears to be on a crash course towards relegation to the third division.

Leadership Change: Eli Levi vs. Massai Dago

Many supporters hoped that Eli Levi’s appointment would spark a turnaround for the team. However, statistical analysis reveals an alarming trend: under Levi, the team’s success rate has plummeted to just 27.8%, far worse than the start-third of points secured under his predecessor, Massai Dago. While there has been a slight improvement in defensive stability-conceding 1.5 goals per game compared to 1.7 under Dago-this is insufficient to establish a winning streak.

Physical Performance: Running More but Achieving Less

A notable aspect of the team’s current predicament arises from physical performance metrics. The figures for High-Speed Running (HSP) show a significant increase under Levi, with an average of 119 compared to 89 during Dago’s tenure. In training sessions, the players have improved their GPS running averages from 4.5 kilometers to nearly 7 kilometers. Despite these improvements in effort, the team struggles to translate this energy into effective ball recovery or goal scoring.

Tactical Identity Crisis

Bnei Yehuda’s challenges extend deep into its tactical framework. The team has demonstrated a lack of cohesive identity by rapidly switching formation strategies without success: they have deployed 4-3-3 against Kiryat Yam, a diamond 4-4-2 against Herzliya, and a 5-3-2 against Rishon LeZion.

Grim Statistical Outlook

The statistics paint a troubling picture:

• Anemic Attack: The team ranks among the worst in the league offensively, with only 15 goals scored.
• Poor Defense: Bnei Yehuda’s defense has been equally disappointing, conceding 26 goals.
• Record Losses: With nine losses already, the team shares the dubious honor of having the highest loss total in the league alongside Maccabi Jaffa.

Bnei Yehuda currently resembles a squad adrift, grappling with an ineffective attack, a vulnerable defense, and inconsistency across coaching strategies. Without a dramatic turnaround in January, the team could soon find itself in fierce battles to avoid relegation.