Thrilling Derby Awaits: Maccabi Haifa and Hapoel Haifa Set for Compelling Clash

Maccabi Haifa and Hapoel Haifa will meet this evening at 20:30 for a highly anticipated derby match, with both teams arriving in contrasting momentum. Maccabi Haifa comes off a strong performance, securing two convincing victories in both the cup and the league, while Hapoel Haifa struggles following two losses in similar competitions.

Team Dynamics and Lineup Changes

Despite the discrepancy in their recent form, Maccabi Haifa’s coach Barak Bachar plans to field an attacking formation designed to delight the anticipated 30,000 fans filling Haifa’s Sammy Ofer Stadium.

Maccabi Haifa’s Adjustments

The green side will see start change from the lineup that started against Ashdod. Ar Silva Kani, who has been dealing with tightness in his hamstring, will start on the bench. Kani’s spot will be taken by Kenny Saief, who will join former Hapoel Haifa player Guy Malamed and the in-form Kenji Gura in the attack. The midfield features Dolb Haziza, Eitan Azulai, and Peter Agaba, who replaces the injured Ali Muhammad.

In defense, there are no changes. Although Shon Goldberg returns to the squad, Coach Bachar has decided not to risk his fitness. Instead, the central defense will rely on the duo of Lisab Isaat, who performed exceptionally against Ashdod, and the promising talent Elad Amir.

Expected Lineup

The anticipated starting lineup for Maccabi Haifa is as follows:

• Georgi Yermakov
• Yela Betai
• Lisab Isaat
• Elad Amir
• Pierre Corneau
• Peter Agaba
• Eitan Azulai
• Dolb Haziza
• Kenny Saief
• Kenji Gura
• Guy Malamed

As the teams prepare to take to the field, fans are eager to witness what promises to be an electrifying match filled with passion and excitement.