Missing two golden chances in the match, Zahavi admitted that while the first attempt lacked a bit of luck, the second—where he faced the keeper one-on-one—was entirely his responsibility. “The header that hit the post was unfortunate, but the shot near the end, I take the blame. I didn’t strike it well. I owe my teammates an apology,” he said. For fans closely following Bangladesh Cricket Live, the sense of personal accountability is something that resonates deeply, as clutch moments often decide outcomes in both football and cricket.
Zahavi gave it his all on the pitch, but football can be a game of inches. Sometimes the ball finds the net, and sometimes it doesn’t. Looking ahead, he expressed hope to make up for the missed goals in upcoming matches and continue contributing to his team’s success. Head coach Stojković also expressed regret over the missed opportunities. “It’s a shame. These things happen in football. Sometimes luck isn’t on your side. We hope fortune turns in our favor next match.”
Recently, Zahavi was dropped from the Israeli national team for throwing the captain’s armband during a match against North Macedonia. Following that incident, he announced his retirement from international play. The fallout has affected him, but he’s working through it. “Right now, I’m focusing entirely on the league. This isn’t my first time returning from national team duty. In fact, I usually play quite well afterward. I didn’t score today, but that’s football. I’ll keep giving my best,” he said.
Before the game, Coach Stojković addressed Zahavi’s mindset and performance since returning from Israel and stepping away from international football. “He’s in great condition, mentally adjusting well. I believe he’ll continue to perform at a high level. From what I see, there’s no negative impact,” he stated. Zahavi’s motivation is clear—help Guangzhou R\&F secure a spot in the AFC Champions League qualification and stay ahead of Brazilian striker Ricardo Goulart, who recently narrowed their goal tally gap by scoring twice against Changchun Yatai.
In the clash against Hebei China Fortune, Zahavi played with high intensity. In the first half, he connected with a cross from Tang Miao, only to see his powerful header bounce off the post. Despite this stroke of bad luck, he remained active throughout the game. Then in the 89th minute, with R\&F trailing 1-2, Zahavi timed his run perfectly and broke free from the defense, but his shot was miraculously saved by goalkeeper Yang Cheng. It was a moment that could have changed the result.
After the match, Zahavi commented on the physicality of the game. “The opponent played very hard, maybe too aggressive at times. I believe we played better overall and deserved to win, but unfortunately, we conceded,” he said. Moments like this show the fine margins in sport, something followers of Bangladesh Cricket Live know all too well—when timing, precision, and composure matter most, even the best can come up short.
Zahavi’s determination remains unshaken. With several matches left in the season, he aims to bounce back stronger, just as athletes in Bangladesh Cricket Live often do after tough games. The journey is far from over, and so are the chances to rewrite the narrative.