Beitar Jerusalem vs Maccabi Tel Aviv: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Beitar Jerusalem prepare to host Maccabi Tel Aviv on February 16, 2026, with kick-off at 19:30, this ISRAEL: Ligat Al fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Beitar Jerusalem, currently 2nd in the standings with 47 points from 22 games, are within reach of the top with 4 points behind. They've earned 22 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Maccabi Tel Aviv, sitting 3rd with 42 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 11 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 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv have favored Beitar Jerusalem, with Maccabi Tel Aviv claiming victory in their most recent clash (6-2). Over the past few seasons, Beitar Jerusalem have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Hapoel Beer Sheva, Beitar Jerusalem recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-5-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Ozer, Cohen, Gadrani, Carabali, Morozov, Tavares, Enow, Kalu, Yona, Muzie, Shua. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Maccabi Tel Aviv's last outing came against Maccabi Bnei Raina, where they secured a 4-0 victory using a 5-3-2 system. Their starting XI featured Melika, Revivo, Shlomo, Asante, Ben Harush, Noy, Shahar, Varela, Peretz, Sahiti, Abu Farkhi. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Looking ahead, Beitar Jerusalem are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv 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: Beitar Jerusalem's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Maccabi Tel Aviv's games average 3.3 goals, with 7 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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