Can Kani Start? Beitar Jerusalem Prepares for Maccabi Tel Aviv

Upcoming Match Overview

Beitar Jerusalem will host Maccabi Tel Aviv this evening at 20:30 at Teddy Stadium. This game is critical not only for Beitar as they vie for a strong end to their season but also for Maccabi Tel Aviv, who are in a fierce title race against league leaders Hapoel Be’er Sheva. Following Maccabi Haifa’s recent victory, Beitar now trails them by five points in the competition for the third position.

Fan Support and Team Challenges

The match is expected to attract a crowd of over 23,000 supporters, significantly boosting Beitar’s morale. However, the team is facing challenges with the absence of suspended players Adi Yonah and Grigori Morozov, in addition to injuries to Li-On Mizrahi and Uri Dahan. These factors have resulted in Beitar Jerusalem fielding start of their thinnest squads in recent memory.

Lineup Decisions

Head coach Barak Yitzhaki is expected to maintain a three-center-back formation with Liyal Drori receiving continued trust in the lineup. The decision regarding substitutions for Yona is pending, with either Ismaila Soro or Jacob Geno likely to step into the midfield position. Yitzhaki has been adjusting the formation during practstart, with the final lineup to be confirmed shortly before match time.

Projected Starting XI

• Goalkeeper: Miguel Silva
• Defenders: Timothy Muzzi, Liyal Drori, Gil Cohen, Jan Marslan
• Midfielders: Omri Aztli, Yarin Levi, Ismaila Soro (Jacob Geno)
• Forwards: Dor Micha, Jordan Shua, Silva Kani (Miron Georg)

Conclusion

As both teams prepare for the clash at Teddy Stadium, the stakes are high. Beitar Jerusalem will look to leverage their home advantage with a passionate fanbase, while Maccabi Tel Aviv seeks crucial points in their pursuit of the championship title. The outcome of this match could have significant implications for all parties involved as the season continues