Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will travel this evening to Green Stadium in Nof HaGalil for their first away fixture of the season, where they will face Maccabi Bnei Reineh in the second round of the Israeli Premier League. Ahead of kickoff, we’ve gathered all the key statistics, the history between the clubs, and the important details you need to know.

After a successful league opener with a dramatic 2–1 home win over Ironi Kiryat Shmona, Hapoel now heads into its first away match of the campaign. The Reds will once again be backed by their devoted “Red Army,” which will make the trip north to push the players forward. The club aims to build on the momentum from the opening victory and establish a positive run early in the season.

Maccabi Bnei Reineh, meanwhile, suffered a heavy 4–0 defeat to Maccabi Haifa at Sammy Ofer Stadium in their opening match.

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Head-to-Head History
Maccabi Bnei Reineh is a relatively new presence in Israeli football, with only five league encounters against Hapoel to date. Let’s take a closer look at the full record between the two clubs.

Overall Record:

Hapoel as the Away Side:

Historic Encounters
The first-ever meeting took place on October 15, 2022, at Bloomfield Stadium, where Hapoel Tel Aviv won 2–0 thanks to goals from Dan Einbinder (62’) and Alan Ozbolt (67’).

The second clash came in February 2023 at Netanya Stadium, ending 1–1. Alan Ozbolt put Hapoel ahead in first-half stoppage time, before the home side equalized in the 77th minute.

In April of the same year, the sides met again at Bloomfield, with Reineh recording their only victory to date over Hapoel, a 2–1 win.

The 2023/24 season continued the trend of tightly contested encounters. In December 2023, Hapoel earned a 2–1 win with goals from Omer Senior (17’) and Omri Altman from the penalty spot (41’). Their most recent meeting, in February 2024, ended in a goalless draw (0–0).

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will open the 2025/26 Israeli Premier League season tonight, hosting Ironi Kiryat Shmona at Bloomfield Stadium in the first round of fixtures. Ahead of the clash, we have gathered all the key statistics, historical encounters, and important details you need to know before kickoff.

The Reds arrive after an intensive pre-season campaign, which culminated in the team reaching the Toto Cup final last Saturday.

Now, with preparations complete, the focus shifts fully to the league. This evening, Hapoel faces its first challenge of the new season as it welcomes the northern side, Kiryat Shmona.

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Head-to-Head History

Over the years, Kiryat Shmona has become one of Hapoel Tel Aviv’s regular rivals in the Premier League. Their encounters have consistently delivered intrigue, tension, and dramatic moments. Since Kiryat Shmona’s promotion to the top flight in 2007, the two clubs have met frequently, producing matches long remembered by both sets of supporters.

Overall Record:

At Bloomfield (Hapoel home record):

Memorable Encounters

The first-ever meeting between the sides came in December 2007, when newly-promoted Kiryat Shmona stunned Hapoel at Bloomfield with a 1–0 victory.

In later years, Hapoel celebrated some emphatic wins, highlighted by the 4–2 triumph in May 2014, courtesy of goals from Lucas Sasha, Uri Cohen, and a brace from Gili Vermouth.

Their most recent encounter was in May 2023—a dramatic 2–2 draw. Kiryat Shmona raced to a 2–0 halftime lead, but Hapoel, down to ten men, mounted a spirited comeback to earn a crucial point that ultimately secured its place in the Premier League.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will face Hapoel Be’er Sheva this evening in the Toto Cup semifinal, battling for a place in the final. Ahead of the clash, we’ve gathered all the key statistics, head-to-head history, and interesting facts you should know before kickoff.

The Reds finished top of Group B in the group stage with 9 points out of a possible 12 and a goal difference of 7:4. On their way to the semifinal, the team recorded a 2–1 away win over Hapoel Petach Tikva, a 3–0 home victory against Hapoel Jerusalem at Bloomfield Stadium, and a 2–0 home win over M.S. Ashdod.

On the other side, Hapoel Be’er Sheva advanced directly to the semifinal after winning the Super Cup, defeating Maccabi Tel Aviv 2–1.

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Head-to-Head History in the Toto Cup

Ahead of this semifinal encounter, it’s worth revisiting some of the notable chapters between the sides in the competition:

Overall Record:

Hapoel as the Away Side:

The first-ever Toto Cup meeting between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be’er Sheva took place on December 29, 1984, in the second round of the group stage. Hapoel hosted the southern side at Bloomfield Stadium, with the match ending in a goalless draw.

Hapoel’s sole win in the competition came in the opening round of the 2004/05 group stage, on August 8, 2004. A 25th-minute strike by Ibizito Ogbonna secured a 1–0 victory at Bloomfield.

The most recent Toto Cup meeting – and the only previous semifinal clash between the sides – was played on December 8, 2022, at Toto Turner Stadium. In a dramatic, seesaw encounter, Hapoel led three times but conceded a stoppage-time equalizer in the 96th minute, with the match ending 3–3 in regulation. Be’er Sheva went on to win 4–3 in the penalty shootout to advance to the final.

This evening, Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host M.S. Ashdod at Bloomfield Stadium in the final Group B fixture of the Toto Cup. Ahead of kickoff, we’ve gathered all the key facts, statistics, and historical insights you should know.

Hapoel enters the match with 6 points from three games (goal difference: 5–4). A victory over Ashdod, combined with dropped points by Maccabi Netanya in their parallel match against Hapoel Jerusalem, would secure the Red Demons a place in the semi-finals.

Ashdod, meanwhile, arrive from the southern port city with just a single point—following one draw and two defeats—holding a goal difference of 2–6.

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The History Books

Hapoel and Ashdod have faced each other 13 times in the Toto Cup to date. One of the most memorable encounters came in 2002, when the two sides met in the competition’s final. Hapoel emerged victorious that day, defeating Ashdod and lifting the Toto Cup—a significant title etched into the club’s history.

Head-to-Head Record (Toto Cup):

At Bloomfield (Hapoel Home Record):

Over the years, Hapoel Tel Aviv and M.S. Ashdod have produced several decisive Toto Cup clashes. A highlight remains May 14, 2002, when the two clubs met in the Toto Cup Final. Hapoel delivered a commanding 4–2 win, with goals from Ben Luz (39’), Kfir Udi (44’), Salim Toama (61’), and an own goal in the 85th minute sealing the trophy.

Hapoel’s largest Toto Cup victory over Ashdod came on August 8, 2018, a 3–0 win at the Yud-Alef Stadium courtesy of goals by Nir Lakis (15’), Ahmad Abed (37’), and Omer Damari (52’).

Their most recent Toto Cup meeting was on August 8, 2023, when Hapoel traveled to Ashdod but suffered a 1–0 defeat.

Match Preview | Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv Travels to Maccabi Netanya for Toto Cup MD4 Clash

Undefeated in the Group, the Reds Look to Maintain Momentum Against Netanya

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv continues its Toto Cup campaign on Tuesday evening with an away fixture at Maccabi Netanya, as part of Matchday 4 in Group B. Sitting at the top of the group with a perfect record, the Reds aim to extend their winning streak and solidify their position at the summit of the table.

After two convincing performances, Hapoel arrives in Netanya full of confidence. The campaign opened with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva at the Moshava Stadium. Daniel Dapa leveled the score, before Stav Torial secured all three points with a late winner in the 87th minute.

The momentum carried over into the second match, where Hapoel hosted its first official home game of the season at Bloomfield Stadium, defeating Hapoel Jerusalem 3-0. Torial once again led the charge with a superb brace, and Dapa added another to his tally in a dominant display from start to finish.

On the other side, Maccabi Netanya also completed two group stage fixtures. The Diamonds opened their campaign with a 1-1 home draw against Ashdod SC, followed by a dramatic 3-2 victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva in Matchday 3 at the Moshava.

Match Information
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Kick-off: 20:00
Competition: Toto Cup, Group B – Matchday 4
Venue: Netanya Stadium
Referee: Gal Leibovitz
Assistant Referees: Yossi Babiuf, Daniel Ben Hur
Fourth Official: Aviel Levy
Broadcast: Sport 4 HD

Toto Cup Head-to-Head: A Storied Rivalry

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi Netanya share a long-standing rivalry in the Toto Cup, having clashed 13 times in the competition’s history. Their encounters have produced tightly contested battles, dramatic goals, and surprising outcomes—traits expected once again in the upcoming fixture.

Overall Record – Toto Cup Only:

As the Visiting Team (Hapoel in Netanya):

Historic Encounters – Highlights from the Archive

📅 September 13, 1986 – The first-ever Toto Cup meeting between the two sides was held at Bloomfield Stadium as part of the second round of the group stage. Maccabi Netanya went 2-0 up in the first half, with Hapoel’s Moshe Sinai pulling one back in the 43rd minute. The final score: 2-1 to Netanya.

📅 August 23, 2002 – Sixteen years later, the teams met again at Bloomfield, where Hapoel delivered their largest Toto Cup victory over Netanya with a resounding 4-0 win. Omri Afek opened the scoring in the 42nd minute, followed by goals from Pini Balili (72’) and a brace by Salim Toama (77’, 90’).

📅 August 11, 2021 – The most recent Toto Cup encounter was held at Netanya Stadium. Hapoel edged a dramatic 2-1 win, with Ofek Biton netting the decisive goal in the 80th minute.

All the details ahead of tonight’s match

Hapoel Tel Aviv will return to Bloomfield Stadium for the first official home match of the 2025/26 season, as they host Hapoel Jerusalem in Matchday 3 of Group B in the Toto Cup. Ahead of the highly anticipated encounter, we’ve gathered all the key statistics, historical background, and essential information you need to know before kickoff.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host Hapoel Jerusalem tonight (Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 20:00) at Bloomfield Stadium, in what marks the team’s first official appearance at home this season. The Red fans are expected to return in large numbers and bring their trademark atmosphere back to their home ground.

Hapoel Tel Aviv opened their Toto Cup campaign with a dramatic 2-1 away win over Hapoel Petah Tikva, thanks to an 87th-minute winner by Stav Toriel.
Jerusalem’s side also got off to a strong start in the competition, earning a 2–1 victory over M.S. Ashdod in the opening round. They maintained their momentum in the second matchday with a 1–0 win against Hapoel Petah Tikva.

Match Information:

Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Time: 20:00
Competition: Toto Cup, Group B – Matchday 3
Venue: Bloomfield Stadium
Referee: Yigal Frid
Assistant Referees: Tuval Koltanov, Omer Barbairo
Fourth Official: Tal Carmeli
Broadcast: Sport 1 HD

A Rivalry Through the Years

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem are two of the most historic clubs in Israeli football, with a rich and competitive rivalry spanning decades. They have met 105 times across all competitions — including league play, State Cup, and Toto Cup.

In the Toto Cup alone, the sides have faced off 9 times, with the record perfectly balanced:

In matches where Hapoel Tel Aviv hosted:

The first Toto Cup meeting between the sides took place on September 10, 1988, ending in a 1-1 draw, with a penalty goal from Maurice Jeano. Over the years, several moments stand out — including Eli Cohen’s memorable brace in a 2-2 draw in December 1989, and a 2-1 Hapoel Tel Aviv win in 2021/22, with goals by Shai Elias and striker Shlomi Azulay.

One of the more recent matchups saw Hapoel Tel Aviv win 3-1 away at Teddy Stadium in 2022/23, with goals from Hisham Layous, midfielder Shlomi Azulay, and Omer Senior.

The most recent Toto Cup encounter was on July 29, 2023 — a 1-1 draw. Layous scored first for Hapoel Tel Aviv just before halftime, but Hapoel Jerusalem equalized in the 91st minute.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will open the 2025/26 season with an away match against Hapoel Petah Tikva in the first round of the Toto Cup. Ahead of the encounter, we have compiled all the key statistics, historical data between the clubs, and important details you need to know before kickoff.

Following the conclusion of their training camp in Siedlce, Poland, Hapoel Tel Aviv wrapped up an intensive preparation period that included four friendly matches. During the camp, the Reds recorded three wins and a 1-1 draw in their final game.

The team continues its preparations ahead of the official season opener in the Toto Cup, where Hapoel will begin its campaign in Group B with an away fixture against Hapoel Petah Tikva.

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Historical Overview
These two are longstanding rivals, having faced each other mainly in the top division. In the Toto Cup, they have met 11 times in this third-most important competition.

Complete Record:

Record When Hapoel is the Away Team:

Let’s dive into the meetings between the clubs. Their first Toto Cup encounter took place during the third round of the group stage on December 27, 1986. Hapoel arrived at the Orva Stadium in Petah Tikva and took the lead in the 15th minute with a goal by Shabtai Levi. However, a penalty converted by Mela’vas’ opponent in the 54th minute leveled the score, resulting in a draw.

Hapoel Lineup in That Match:
Arie Alter, Yehuda Amar, Yossi Zana, Yaakov Akhoyz, Ilan Shokron, Ahmad Musa, Moshe Sinai, Eli Cohen, Ezra Moalem, Maurice Zano, Shabtai Levi
Referee: Yehoshua Loya
Attendance: 150 spectators

In the 2017/18 season, Hapoel secured their largest Toto Cup victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva with a 3-0 home win at HaMoshava Stadium. Goals by Moti Barshatzki (7’), Ido Exbard (76’), and Nir Lax (90’) sealed the win in the third round of the group stage.

The most recent Toto Cup meeting between the two teams was two seasons ago when Hapoel hosted at Bloomfield Stadium. Hapoel took the lead in the 43rd minute through Or Blorian, but the visitors equalized via a penalty in the 84th minute.

Hapoel Lineup in That Match:
Emilius Zubas, Omer Senior, Tal Archel, Or Blorian, Brian Fassi, Yahav Gurfinkel (Aviv Salem – 74’), El Yam Kanzpulski, Dan Einbinder (Jose Rodriguez – 58’), Ran Benjamin, Hisham Laios (Ari Cohen – 58’), Mavis Tchibota (Sagi Ganis – 74’)
Referee: Naal Odeh
Attendance: 8,700 spectators