Maccabi Haifa vs Rakow Prediction & Tips
Maccabi Haifa played pragmatically in the first game, taking their chance and managing to hold on to a slender lead until the final whistle. The team coached by Diego Flores continues to grow in the standings, with two consecutive wins and a draw in their last three games.
The team’s strong point is their compact play in defence, as evidenced by two consecutive clean sheets, while in attack they rely on the speed of their wingers and the physical power of Pierrot in the box. However, the Israelis are aware that the 1-0 lead is a fragile one and that any goal conceded would put the tie back on a knife-edge.
Raków may rue the chances they missed in the first leg, where, despite 14 shots, only four were on target. Marek Papszun’s side have been on an inconsistent run of form in recent weeks, losing three of their last four games, which has taken its toll on the team’s confidence.
