Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Afula: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Maccabi Petah Tikva prepare to host Hapoel Afula on February 27, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00, this ISRAEL: Liga Leumit fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Maccabi Petah Tikva, currently 1st in the standings with 51 points from 24 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 29 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Hapoel Afula, sitting 11th with 28 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 16 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Maccabi Petah Tikva and Hapoel Afula have favored Maccabi Petah Tikva, with Hapoel Afula claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Bnei Yehuda, Maccabi Petah Tikva recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Hapoel Afula's last outing came against Maccabi Kabilio Jaffa, where they secured a 0-5 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Maccabi Petah Tikva are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Maccabi Petah Tikva and Hapoel Afula 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 plenty of goals: Maccabi Petah Tikva's fixtures have averaged 3.1 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Hapoel Afula's games average 2.9 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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