H. Ironi Rishon vs Kiryat Yam: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Hapoel Rishon LeZion prepare to host Kiryat Yam SC on May 5, 2026, with kick-off at 18:00, this ISRAEL: Liga Leumit, Promotion Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Hapoel Rishon LeZion, currently 5th in the standings with 49 points from 32 games, trail the leaders by 11 points. They've earned 26 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Kiryat Yam SC, sitting 7th with 47 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 24 points from 16 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 0 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Hapoel Rishon LeZion and Kiryat Yam SC have favored Kiryat Yam SC, with Kiryat Yam SC claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Bnei Yehuda, Hapoel Rishon LeZion recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Kiryat Yam SC's last outing came against Hapoel Ramat Gan, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Hapoel Rishon LeZion are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Hapoel Rishon LeZion and Kiryat Yam SC are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Hapoel Rishon LeZion's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Kiryat Yam SC's games average 2.3 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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