In a thrilling showdown over the weekend, Maccabi Tel Aviv reaffirmed their dominance in Israeli football by clinching the Israel Premier League Championship with a resounding 3-0 victory over Hapoel Beersheba.
The yellow-and-blue side, led by manager Robbie Keane, delivered a commanding performance that showcased their skill and determination throughout the season.
The match got off to an electrifying start as Beersheba’s central defender, Miguel Vitor, was shown a red card just 14 seconds into the game, leaving his team with a significant disadvantage.
Maccabi seized the opportunity and dominated proceedings from the outset. Dor Turgeman opened the scoring for Maccabi in the 26th minute with a precise header, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
Ten minutes later, Ofir Davidzada extended Maccabi’s lead to 2-0, capitalizing on a Milson assist.
Milson continued to excel, providing another assist in the 69th minute, which led to Ido Shachar finding the back of the net and sealing the victory for Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Manager Robbie Keane expressed his elation following the triumph, stating, “When you have a trophy available, that’s why I came here – to win. To do it in front of the home fans is very special.”
Keane praised his team’s dedication and effort throughout the season, emphasizing their commitment to delivering results on the pitch.
Hapoel Beersheba coach Elyaniv Barda acknowledged the challenges his team faced, particularly after the early red card.
He highlighted the need for improvement in crucial moments and expressed a desire to learn from the experience.
The victory was not only celebrated by the Maccabi Tel Aviv players and staff but also recognized by the football community in Israel.
Moshe Shino Zuarets, the chairman of the Israel Football Association, commended Maccabi’s achievement, attributing their success to exemplary management, talented players, and unwavering support from fans. Similarly, Erez Halfon, Chairman of the Israel Professional Football League, praised Maccabi Tel Aviv for their perseverance and dedication throughout a challenging season.
In other league action, Maccabi Haifa secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Bnei Sakhnin, with Frantzdy Pierrot scoring a late winner.
Hapoel Tel Aviv ended their season on a high note with a 1-0 win over Hapoel Hadera despite facing relegation. Ashdod SC emerged victorious against Hapoel Jerusalem with a convincing 3-1 win, while Hapoel Haifa edged out Bnei Reineh 1-0 to claim all three points.
As the season draws to a close, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s triumph stands as a testament to their dominance in Israeli football.
With their eyes set on UEFA Champions League qualification in July, the yellow-and-blue side will look to build on their success and continue their pursuit of excellence on the European stage.
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