Legia Warszawa will take the field against Hapoel Beer Sheva on Tuesday, July 7, at 16:30 in the Legia Training Center. The coach has revealed the starting XI, aiming to assess form and tactics ahead of the upcoming Ekstraklasa season.

Who is in the starting lineup?

The lineup features Otto Hindrich in goal, a back line of Kamil Piątkowski, Rafał Augustyniak and Robert Deziel Jr., with midfielders Kacper Chodyna, Wojciech Urbański, Damian Szymański and Bartosz Kapustka. Ruben Vinagre and Rafał Adamski occupy the wings, while Mileta Rajović leads the attack. This mix of experience and youth gives the coach a broad range of options.

Why does this friendly matter?

Facing Israeli side Hapoel Beer Sheva offers the first chance to see how newcomers, especially the young Robert Deziel Jr., perform in a match setting. The coach can gauge which tactical ideas work and which need tweaking before the league starts. Playing on the home training pitch also reduces injury risk and allows quick adjustments.

What comes after the control match?

After the game, Legia Warszawa will review results and individual performances to decide the regular eleven for the season opener. Players who impress will boost their chances of securing a permanent spot. The coach also announced additional friendlies, including a match against a German club, to expose the squad to varied playing styles.

What are the prospects for the new season?

With this blend of youth and experience, Legia Warszawa has a solid foundation to challenge for the Ekstraklasa title. Maintaining defensive stability with Hindrich and Piątkowski will be key, as will leveraging the creativity of Kapustka and Vinagre in attack. If Rajović stays prolific, the team can expect plenty of goals and a strong league position.

The friendly against Hapoel Beer Sheva is both a tactical test and a confidence builder for the squad before a season that promises excitement for Legia Warszawa supporters.