Maccabi vs Hapoel Tel Aviv Prediction 17 September 2026
π Tel Aviv is set to host a high-stakes derby as Maccabi take on Hapoel in the Israeli Super Cup. Last seasonβs top two clubs always draw significant attention whenever they meet. Both sides have already played a couple of preseason friendlies ahead of the official tip-off, but the intensity of their head-to-head clashes often dictates the pace and style of play.
The teams meet for the first time since the final
π Last seasonβs final wrapped up in June, with Maccabi clinching the series 3-1. Across all previous head-to-head meetings, Maccabi also hold a commanding lead in wins, boasting a 52-21 advantage.
Head-to-head statistics Maccabi - Hapoel Tel Aviv
Maccabi are on track for yet another trophy
Maccabi Tel Aviv have clinched their third consecutive Israeli championship. The team have shown strong form in official fixtures, recording 8 wins in their last 10 matches. However, during preseason friendlies, Maccabi managed just one victory from two outings. Their recent offensive output in competitive games has been impressive, averaging 94.6 points scored and 84.8 points conceded per game.
Match Results: Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Hapoel enjoyed a flawless preseason
Hapoel Tel Aviv are undoubtedly out for revenge - even if itβs not in the Super League. The Israeli side have been in impressive form during their summer-autumn friendlies, winning all three matchups against tough opponents: Bayern, Partizan, and Serie A newcomers Maxima Roma. On average, Hapoel are putting up 88.9 points per game while conceding 85.1, showcasing a high-powered offense paired with a defense thatβs solid, if not impenetrable.
Match Results: Hapoel Tel Aviv
Total Points Prediction
In 7 of Hapoelβs last 8 official games, the first half has consistently seen fewer points than the second. Across these matches, Hapoel and their opponents have never combined for more than 85 points before halftime. The recommended bet here is First half total under 85.5 points at odds of 1.96.
High-Risk Bet
If Maccabi Tel Aviv come out firing on all cylinders, fully motivated to reinforce their reputation as Israelβs top side, they could cruise to victory without breaking a sweat. In eight of their last nine games, they have covered a 3.5-point spread. A high-risk play for the Israeli Super Cup is a Maccabi Tel Aviv win with a -3.5 handicap.
Match Outcome Prediction
Maccabi Tel Aviv have come out on top in 8 of their last 9 competitive fixtures, with their only recent defeat coming against Hapoel in the finals series. However, when it comes to battling for silverware, the reigning Israeli champions rarely have any equals. Thatβs why a Maccabi Tel Aviv win at odds of 1.72 looks like a well-founded prediction.
βοΈ Editor's Prediction
Donβt expect a high-scoring spectacle here. In Israel, teams typically approach trophy games with a defense-first mentality. Just look at last seasonβs finals - only one game surpassed the 171-point mark. In fact, eight of Hapoelβs last nine outings have seen combined totals of 179.5 points or fewer. Our prediction: under 179.5 total points.
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Betting Tips: Maccabi Tel-Aviv - Hapoel Tel Aviv
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