Itoudis wary of Real Madrid as Hapoel face a huge EuroLeague test
Itoudis’ thoughts ahead of the clash
Hapoel Tel Aviv coach Dimitris Itoudis has been pleased with how his team started the EuroLeague season, but he’s keeping expectations realistic. He warned that while their offense has won several games so far, relying on scoring alone won’t be easy to maintain as the campaign wears on.
On Real Madrid, Itoudis was blunt: this is a club built to contend. He highlighted their depth, experience and history in big games, noting they have plenty of players who’ve been to Final Fours and can punish opponents in transition. With their recent high-scoring form, he expects a tough, physical battle.
Match outlook and what’s at stake
Hapoel sit top of the standings at 9-3 and will host the fixture in Bulgaria, a matchup that looks like the headline game of the round. Real Madrid arrive at 6-6 but with momentum from a string of recent wins, so confidence is high on both sides.
Beyond the records, the game is a measuring stick for Hapoel: defending their spot at the top and proving whether their hot offense can keep delivering against elite competition. For Real Madrid, it’s another chance to show they can impose their experience and depth. Expect an intense contest where execution on both ends will decide the outcome.
