Shlomi Dura Takes the Helm at Maccabi Atar Bialik

Coaching Change Brings New Opportunity

Shlomi Dura, who parted ways with Hapoel Akko in mid-September 2024, has found a new challenge as the head coach of Maccabi Atar Bialik. The club recently released Avi Sabag and approached Dura, who has decided to take on this exciting opportunity in Liga Alef North.

Upcoming Debut and Current Standings

Dura will conduct his first training session with Maccabi Atar Bialik tomorrow (Wednesday) in preparation for their upcoming match against Hapoel Ironi Ara’ara, part of Matchday 13 set for Friday (at Kochav, 13:00). Maccabi Atar Bialik currently sits fourth in the Liga Alef North standings with an impressive record of seven wins, two draws, and three losses, totaling 23 points. The team boasts a positive goal difference of 21:13 and trails the league leaders, Maccabi Ahi Nazareth, by just five points.

Looking Ahead

Dura’s appointment comes as Maccabi Atar Bialik aspires to reach the Liga Leumit (National League) this season. The club’s ambition to move up the league ladder makes this an intriguing assignment for the experienced coach, whose extensive portfolio includes stints with Hapoel Haifa, Hapoel Ramat Gan, Bani Sakhnin, and several other clubs in Israeli football.

As Dura embarks on this new journey with Maccabi Atar Bialik, fans and analysts alike will be eager to see if his leadership can steer the team towards fulfilling their season aspirations.