Roi Elkokin Fires Hapoel Tel Aviv to Top of Premier League Table
Midfielder Roi Elkokin led Hapoel Tel Aviv to the top of the Premier League with a dramatic late winner against Hapoel Beersheba, capping a stellar run of form.
Roi Elkokin has emerged as the central figure in Israeli football following a remarkable week that propelled Hapoel Tel Aviv to the top of the Premier League standings. The 22-year-old midfielder secured a dramatic 1-0 victory against Hapoel Beersheba at the Turner Stadium, scoring in the 91st minute after receiving a precise through ball from Dapaa.
Born in Mevasseret Zion near Jerusalem, Elkokin spent his early years at Beitar Jerusalem before crossing the town divide during his youth career to join Hapoel Tel Aviv. Under the guidance of coach Elyaniv Barda, the young midfielder has established himself as a pivotal squad member, delivering crucial performances in both domestic competitions and European qualifiers.
Elkokin's journey included a loan spell at Maccabi Herzliya before returning to claim a prominent role in the senior team. His recent decisive strike against Hapoel Beersheba crowns a stellar run of form that also featured decisive contributions against Maccabi Tel Aviv and Maccabi Haifa.
Following his impressive club performances, Elkokin is now widely anticipated to receive his first senior call-up to the Israel national team. The Israel Football Association recently announced that Barcelona youngster Orian Goren has been released from the squad, opening the door for the in-form midfielder.
