Hapoel Tel Aviv vs Bayern Prediction 24 September 2026

Hapoel recently faced Maccabi in the Israeli Super Cup, suffering a 101-83 defeat. Despite maintaining a high tempo, Dimitris Itoudis’ side struggled significantly on offense. Over the course of the second and third quarters combined, they managed just 30 points - a surprisingly low tally given the caliber of their roster. Naturally, this raises legitimate concerns about their current form and fitness. Indeed, Vasilije Micić and his teammates are heavily reliant on their physical readiness, and the early stages of the season often expose major issues in their creative play. Even with a more star-studded lineup, the Israeli powerhouse can hardly expect an offensive showcase here. While they impressed in several preseason friendlies, Bayern’s resistance will present a much sterner test than anything they’ve encountered so far.

Bayern, much like Hapoel, have already kicked off their domestic campaign. In the opening round of the Bundesliga, they cruised past Brose with a commanding 108-72 victory. Their roster depth allows them to dominate the German league, but in the EuroLeague, they’re more of a solid mid-table side. It’s tough to expect fireworks from Bayern’s offense - especially on the road and up against higher-caliber opposition. Of course, they can always count on Obst, who gives them a real threat from beyond the arc. Still, even in that recent win over Brose, they converted just 35% of their three-point attempts. Against stiffer resistance, especially away from home, that number could dip further. Most likely, the German side will once again look to control the tempo and play at a slower pace. That should limit both their own shot volume and the number of problems they face at their own rim.