Hapoel Tel Aviv vs Netanya: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

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, currently 4th in the standings with 48 points from 25 games, are within reach of the top with 8 points behind. They've earned 36 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Maccabi Netanya, sitting 7th with 34 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 18 points from 13 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 13 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

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 Maccabi Haifa, Hapoel Tel Aviv recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Tzur, Coco, Chico, Mayembo, Piven, Alkukin, Archel, Altman, Loizou, Torial, Boateng. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Maccabi Netanya's last outing came against Ashdod, where they secured a 3-2 victory using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Antman, Cohen, Konate, Kulikov, Jaber, Levi, Cyprien, Zaarura, Diomande, Davo, Tavares. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

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 from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Hapoel Tel Aviv's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Maccabi Netanya's games average 3.9 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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