Real Madrid vs Maccabi Prediction 8 January 2026
🔊 Today, an exciting match awaits us in the Spanish capital as Real Madrid host Maccabi Tel Aviv. This encounter promises to be crucial for both teams in their quest to climb the standings. Real aim to solidify their position in the top six, while Maccabi are eager to rise from 14th place and edge closer to the play-in zone. Who will emerge victorious in this clash of two offensively potent sides? Let's delve into the matchup and provide an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Real Madrid and Maccabi Tel-Aviv:
- played 40 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 25 for today's home team and 15 for the guests;
- the home team averages 83.95 points per match, the guests - 78.6;
- average total match points - 162.55.
The last confrontation took place on 22 October 2025 at the venue of Maccabi Tel-Aviv and ended with a score of 92:91.
Head-to-head statistics Real Madrid - Maccabi
Real Madrid Team Overview
Real Madrid are in fine form, having won three of their last five EuroLeague matches. In their previous outing, the team secured a convincing victory, showcasing the stability of their play. Over these five games, they scored more than 90 points on three occasions and allowed fewer than 80 points twice.
Real's strengths lie in their powerful offense and solid defense, capable of controlling the game throughout all four quarters. It's worth noting that Madrid have a streak of seven consecutive home games with a total score exceeding 172 points. In the last round, Scariolo's men triumphed over underdogs ASVEL on the road (80-69).
Match Results: Real Madrid
Maccabi Tel-Aviv Team Overview
Maccabi Tel Aviv are also showing impressive form, with eight wins in their last ten games speaking volumes. However, they have suffered defeats in their last two outings. Maccabi consistently score over 82 points in almost all recent matchups, thanks to a potent offensive line and an ability to exploit opponents' weaknesses, even against well-organized defenses.
Kattash's squad have noticeably improved their basketball quality and are aiming for a Top-10 finish. Yet, they need to find a way to secure points against more skilled clubs. Recently against Barcelona, they managed to put up a semblance of a fight but ultimately fell short by 10 points (83-93). Perhaps an early return from injury for one of their leaders, Walker, could provide the necessary boost in results.
Match Results: Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 40;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 13; for the visitors on the road - 5;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 41.38;
- Today's home team averages 22.63, while the visitors average 18.75.
First Quarter Stats: Real Madrid (home) vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv (away)
- Tournament matches played: 9 vs 10;
- Number of wins: 7 (77.78%) vs 2 (20%);
- Number of losses: 2 (22.22%) vs 8 (80%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 23.11 vs 22.4;
- Average points conceded: 20.22 vs 25.4.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 5 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 5 vs 5;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 0;
- Average first quarter total: 46.2 (scored - 23.8, conceded - 22.4) vs 48.1 (scored - 23.7, conceded - 24.4).
- Real Madrid scored under 24.5 points in the 1st quarter in 10 of last 11 games (Euroleague).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 40;
- number of wins for the home team - 25, for the away team - 15.
Statistics: Real Madrid vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv
- number of tournament matches played: 20 vs 20;
- number of wins: 12 (60%) vs 8 (40%);
- number of losses: 8 (40%) vs 12 (60%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 8;
- number of away wins for the away team: 4.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 7 vs 8;
- number of losses: 3 vs 2;
- number of home wins for the home team: 4;
- number of away wins for the away team: 5.
- Maccabi Tel-Aviv won with a +10.5 points handicap in 11 of last 12 games.
- Maccabi Tel-Aviv won with a +10.5 points handicap in 6 of last 7 games (Euroleague).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 83.95, for the away team - 78.6;
- average total points in H2H matches - 162.55.
Statistics: Real Madrid vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv
- average total in the tournament: 170.75 vs 180.65;
- average total points scored: 86.6 vs 89;
- average total points conceded: 84.15 vs 91.65;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 44.05 vs 46.4;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 42.55 vs 42.05;
- Real Madrid: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 91.56;
- Maccabi Tel-Aviv: average total points scored away in the tournament - 87.6;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 94.1 (home - 101) vs 91.9 (away - 93.29).
- Real Madrid have scored over 90.5 points in last 7 home games.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams favor an aggressive style with a focus on offense: Real often emphasizes quick breakthroughs and long-range shots, while Maccabi is renowned for their ability to swiftly transition from defense to attack, with an emphasis on three-pointers. A dynamic clash with high scoring from both sides is anticipated. Real have long adapted to a more creative style of basketball, but the Israeli side, with Walker in the lineup, can also rack up points, though their defense remains fragile. We're leaning towards the total over 174.5.No comments
Betting Tips: Real Madrid - Maccabi Tel-Aviv
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