What hasn’t been said about Eran Zahavi? In arguably one of the greatest seasons for any Captain and leader, Number 7 has done it yet again. Scoring a brace against Beitar Jerusalem which included the match winner in a 3:2 win not only helped Maccabi move into first place but also allowed him to shatter the Israel League single season goal scoring record:

“It was one of the best games for us all year long and we had so many chances. It was 2:2 and we were under pressure but the ball went in for the win. This was a very important victory. We’re back in first place and that’s where we belong.”

There are 6 matches left in the season:

“It won’t mean anything if we don’t stay in first place. Every game is like the state cup final and we have 6 games left. We have to win all of them. The whole stadium was under pressure tonight and I’m happy we were able to find the winner and take three points.”

On breaking the single season goal scoring record:

“I know what the papers say and write about me and about this record, but I want to thank my family and my teammates that helped me reach this achievement. I chased and chased and chased and broke the record. I’ve got to thank the club, my teammates and my family for this amazing milestone.”

Staying in first place and the battle with Hapoel Beer Sheva:

“They play in Saturday and we play on Sunday but there are no games that are easy. After Saturday we may find ourselves back in second place. This is why this is now money time. We will have to keep up with the pressure and make sure we finish in first at the end of the year.”