HAPOEL TEL AVIV VS MACCABI NETANYA - ISRAEL: LIGAT AL MATCH PREVIEW
ISRAEL: LIGAT AL MATCH DETAILS: HAPOEL TEL AVIV VS MACCABI NETANYA
As Hapoel Tel Aviv prepare to host Maccabi Netanya on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 under referee Odeh, this ISRAEL: Ligat Al fixture promises an intriguing contest.
HAPOEL TEL AVIV PREVIEW IN ISRAEL: LIGAT AL
Hapoel Tel Aviv, currently 3rd in the standings with 44 points from 23 games, trail the leaders by 10 points. They've earned 33 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins 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 11 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
MACCABI NETANYA PREVIEW IN ISRAEL: LIGAT AL
Maccabi Netanya, sitting 7th with 31 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 15 points from 12 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR HAPOEL TEL AVIV VS MACCABI NETANYA
Recent meetings between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi Netanya have favored Maccabi Netanya, with Hapoel Tel Aviv claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-0).
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Hapoel Jerusalem FC, Hapoel Tel Aviv recorded a 3-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Tzur, Leidner, Chico, Archel, Coco, Falcao, Kraev, Lemkin, Loizou, Torial, Altman. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.
Maccabi Netanya's last outing came against Maccabi Bnei Raina, where they secured a 4-0 victory using a 4-1-4-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Antman, Keller, Konate, Kulikov, Jaber, Ouattara, Tavares, Zaarura, Levi, Bilu, Davo. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.
Looking ahead, Hapoel Tel Aviv are expected to maintain their 4-2-3-1 structure, Maccabi Netanya are likely to mirror that shape. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR HAPOEL TEL AVIV VS MACCABI NETANYA
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Hapoel Tel Aviv's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Maccabi Netanya's games average 3.2 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.
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