Former Scotland striker Kenny Miller has been appointed permanent head coach of Maccabi Tel Aviv. The appointment follows owner Mitch Goldhar’s praise for Miller’s professionalism and work ethic. Miller’s previous caretaker stint began in January, guiding the team through a congested fixture list. His reputation for disciplined training camps should lift fitness ahead of Champions League qualifiers.

Miller inherits a third‑placed side from last season’s Israeli Premier League, tasked with mounting a title challenge. He will be aided by former St Mirren assistant Stuart Taylor, who exited after Craig McLeish’s appointment. Taylor previously managed Limerick and Hamilton Academical. The coaching change arrives as Maccabi seeks to improve its defensive record, which conceded 38 goals last campaign.

Taylor favors a high‑press system aimed at quick ball recovery, a significant addition. Goldhar believes the duo’s work ethic aligns with the club’s ambition to return to European competition. With preseason underway, the new coaching staff will set tactics before the league opener, leaving fans eager to see impact.