Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will visit Teddy Stadium tonight where it will meet Beitar Jerusalem as part of the 36th and final round of the Winner League. Ahead of the encounter, we have gathered all the statistical data, the history between the teams, and the interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel's comeback season to the Premier League officially closes tonight, as the Reds will finish the current season in fourth place in the table, and after 12 years, mark a return to European cups as they will play in the Conference League qualifiers (second qualifying round) for the 2026/2027 season.

Hapoel arrives at the final round in fourth place with 59 points in its record (after the 2-point deduction by the court) and a positive goal balance of 54:37. On the other hand, the host from the capital will finish the season in second place, with 75 points and a goal balance of 77:39.
The two have already met 4 times this season – 3 times in the league and once more in the Toto Cup final. There isn't a Red fan who doesn't remember the encounter in the first round, which became one of the greatest classics of the season. Hapoel took an early lead from a penalty by Stav Toriel (26), but the Jerusalemites managed to overturn the score to 2-1 in the 78th minute. When it seemed like the match was slipping away, the 90th minute arrived: a wonderful cross from Toriel found the head of Andrian Kraev, who headed powerfully inside and established an equalizer. The drama reached its boiling point in the 98th minute, when a massive free kick by Omri Altman found the net and sealed a sweet, dramatic, and "Red" 2-3 victory.
In the second round, at Teddy Stadium, Hapoel conceded a 1-0 defeat. In the first round of the playoff, despite playing with ten men for over 70 minutes, Hapoel dominated the game without question but conceded one goal which sealed the final score, 1-0 at the finish. The teams met again to battle for the title in the Toto Cup final, where Hapoel lost 2-1, with the consolation goal by Stav Toriel scored deep inside stoppage time (90+10).
Match Information
Match Date: Saturday, 23/5/2026, 21:00
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Round 36
Location: Teddy Stadium, Jerusalem
Head Referee: Yoav Mizrahi
Assistant Referees: Idan Yarkoni, Lieoz Adi
VAR Referees: Eitan Shmuelevitz, Rafael Geva
Fourth Official: Vitali Bondarov
Broadcast: Sport 1 HD
History
The long-standing rivalry between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Beitar Jerusalem is one of the most fascinating and charged in Israeli football. Since the first meeting until today, the two teams have met 132 times, and over the years, a rich story of great battles, dramatic moments, and unforgettable goals has been woven.
The Full Record: 132 matches 55 wins for Hapoel 35 draws 42 wins for Beitar Goal balance: 169:146 for Hapoel
And the record with Hapoel as the away team: 63 matches 24 wins for Hapoel 17 draws 22 wins for Beitar Goal balance: 68:69 for Beitar
The first match in the league framework between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Beitar Jerusalem was held on March 5, 1955, at the YMCA ground, as part of the fifth round. Hapoel found itself trailing twice but managed to return thanks to goals by Asher Balout in the 23rd minute and Michael Michaelov in the 83rd minute. At the finish, a 2-2 draw was recorded.
The first league match in which Hapoel hosted Beitar in that same year also ended without a decision. Asher Balout put Hapoel ahead in the 24th minute from a penalty, but the rival equalized toward the finish, and the game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Over the years, Hapoel experienced particularly memorable home games against Beitar, scoring four goals against them no less than seven times. The streak began on March 6, 1971, when Hapoel won 2-4 from goals by Yehoshua Feigenbaum (16), Yehezkel Hazum (57), and Shimon Ben Yehonatan (74, 76).
One of the greatest and most unforgettable games was held on March 16, 1996, within the 22nd round at Bloomfield. In the 36th minute, Avi Azoulai was sent off by referee Eyal Tzur, and Hapoel was left with ten men. Exactly from this point, the football show of Shalom Tikva began, conducting a red concert that included his own personal brace, alongside goals by Sagiv Eliyahu and Kazimierz Moskal, ending in an incredible 0-4 victory over the arch-rivals.
Another four-goal display was recorded on February 9, 2009, in the season preceding the last "Double". Goals by Mahran Lala (38, 66), Douglas da Silva (42), and Bibras Natkho (70) granted Hapoel a smooth 0-4 victory over Beitar.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will visit Sammy Ofer Stadium tonight where it will meet Maccabi Haifa as part of the 35th round of the Winner League. Ahead of the encounter, we have gathered all the statistical data, the history between the teams, and the interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Just one round before the end of the season, Hapoel will visit Sammy Ofer Stadium tonight for a meeting against Maccabi Haifa. The Reds, who have already secured fourth place in the table and will finish the current season there, arrive at the encounter aiming to recover from the home loss in the last round to Hapoel Beer Sheva.
Regarding the squad, the one who will be missing tonight in the team's ranks is Andrian Kraev, who will miss the encounter following a red card he received in the last game. Immediately after tonight's match, Hapoel will begin preparations for the official end of the season, which will take place this coming Saturday in another away game – this time at Teddy Stadium against Beitar Jerusalem.

Table Standings Ahead of the meeting in the 35th round, Hapoel occupies fourth place in the league table with 59 points (with the addition of 2 points deducted by the court), holding a goal balance of 53:33 (+20). On the other hand, the opponent Maccabi Haifa is located one place below Hapoel, in fifth place, with 49 points and a goal balance of 57:44.
Head-to-Head All Meetings This Season
First round (Sammy Ofer): Hapoel went out for an away game and was defeated 2-1. The goal for the Reds in this match was scored by Roy Korine in the 88th minute.
Second round (Bloomfield): The Red Devils won 0-2. Stav Toriel (63) and Loizos Loizou (88) were precise from the penalty spot, scored penalties, and kept the three points with Hapoel.
Round 29 (Bloomfield): Hapoel crushes Maccabi Haifa 0-4 in the upper playoff with a masterclass performance. Participating in the celebration: Loizos Loizou (40, 74) and Omri Altman (67, 70).
Match Information
Match Date: Tuesday, 19/5/2026, 20:30
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Round 35
Location: Sammy Ofer Stadium, Haifa
Head Referee: Yoni Klaz
Assistant Referees: Mati Yakobov, Aviran Yehezkel
VAR Referees: Eli Hachmon, Eliyahu Kaspo
Fourth Official: Aviv Amdurski
Broadcast: Sport 3 HD
History
Hapoel will meet Maccabi Haifa tonight for the 199th meeting between the two in all competitions, and for the 159th time in the league.
The Full Record: 158 matches 44 wins for Hapoel 42 draws 72 wins for Maccabi Haifa Goal balance: 220:191 for Maccabi Haifa
And the record with Hapoel as the away team: 80 matches 13 wins for Hapoel 23 draws 44 wins for Maccabi Haifa Goal balance: 125:71 for Maccabi Haifa
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host Hapoel Beer Sheva this afternoon at Bloomfield Stadium for the 34th round of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we have gathered all the statistical data, the history between the teams, and the interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
After officially securing its place in Europe for the 2026/2027 season, Hapoel Tel Aviv takes to the pitch at Bloomfield this afternoon for the final home game of the current season. With only three rounds remaining until the end of the season, the Reds will host Hapoel Beer Sheva aiming to bid farewell to the home crowd on a sweet note.

The "Red Army" is expected to fill the stands and create a festive atmosphere, as the club strives to continue the positive momentum and good results from recent times, following directly from the victory over Hapoel Petah Tikva in the previous round. Today's match represents the last opportunity for fans to see the team at home, as after the final whistle, Hapoel will head out for two away games to close the season: the first at Sammy Ofer Stadium against Maccabi Haifa, and the second at Teddy Stadium against Beitar Jerusalem.
Hapoel: Sits in fourth place with 59 points (not including 2 points deducted from the team by the court) and holds a goal record of 53:31 (+22).
Southern Rival: Arrives at the encounter from first place in the table with 73 points and a goal record of 71:31.
The teams have already met twice this season in the regular league, with the status quo maintained – each team defended its home and won by the identical score of 2-1.
First Round (Turner Stadium): The local team started strong and took an early lead, but a massive free-kick goal from the foot of Stav Toriel brought Hapoel back into the game and leveled the score. The draw held until the 73rd minute, when a penalty was awarded to Beer Sheva, which they utilized to score and decide the match.
Second Round (Bloomfield Stadium): The match opened in a storm with a lightning goal by Loizos Loizou as early as the fourth minute. The southern rival managed to find the equalizer during the second half, but then came the 97th minute; Amit Lemkin scored a super-dramatic winning goal and granted Hapoel three precious points.
In the first round of the upper playoff, the two met in Beer Sheva and Hapoel was defeated 2-0.
The two also met in the Toto Cup semi-finals at the beginning of the season; Hapoel arrived at Turner and won 0-2 from goals by Liran Rotman (38) and Amit Lemkin (67).
Match Date: Friday, 15/5/2026, 16:00
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Round 34
Location: Bloomfield Stadium
Head Referee: Aviad Shiloach
Assistant Referees: Omer Barbiero, Israel Feldman
VAR Referees: Eli Hachmon, Eliyahu Kaspo
Fourth Official: Gal Levy
Broadcast: Sport 4 HD
Hapoel and Beer Sheva have met 116 times in the league, recording a total of 142 official meetings – some of the highest figures in Israeli football. Over the years, the rivalry between the two clubs has become one of the regular fixtures attracting great interest every season.
Full Record:
116 matches
43 wins for Hapoel
31 draws
42 wins for Beer Sheva
Goal record: 153:142 for Hapoel
Record with Hapoel as Host:
57 matches
25 wins for Hapoel
13 draws
19 wins for Beer Sheva
Goal record: 88:69 for Beer Sheva
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Beer Sheva have met 116 times in the league to date, but surprisingly – their first meeting took place only on 27.11.1965. The match was held in Ashkelon as part of the seventh round. Beer Sheva took the lead as early as the second minute, but Gideon Tish equalized for Hapoel in the 67th minute, leaving the match at a -1-1 result.
One of the most memorable moments in the rivalry's history was recorded on 3.1.1970, when Hapoel Tel Aviv crushed Beer Sheva at Bloomfield with a score of 0-8 – the highest victory for the Reds in the league. Scoring for Hapoel in this match were: Meir Brenner (1), Yehezkel Hazum (7, 89), George Borba (12, 33, 84), Avraham Cohen (76), and Yehoshua Feigenbaum (88).
Moving forward to the 1997/1998 season, the famous "Laces Season". In the 28th round at Vasermil, while Hapoel wore gray and was in the midst of a title race – the Reds exploded in the second half with a 1-4 victory: Giorgi Daraselia (55), Ofer Shitrit (64, 90 penalty), and an own goal (78). Beer Sheva narrowed the gap in the 84th minute.
Another significant victory was recorded in the 2009/2010 "Double" season, in a match that marked the debut of Nemanja Vučićević. Hapoel arrived at Vasermil in the third round, scored three goals, and won 1-3.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host Hapoel Petah Tikva tonight at Bloomfield Stadium for the 33rd round of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we have gathered all the statistical data, the history between the teams, and the interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel returns home tonight for a meeting with Hapoel Petah Tikva, with only two weeks remaining until the end of the season. The team enters the match after a draw in the derby in the last round, aiming to return to winning ways after three games without a victory.

Heading into this round, Hapoel is ranked 4th in the Winner League table with 56 points, holding a goal record of 52 goals scored against 31 conceded. It should be noted that two points were deducted from the team's total following a court decision. On the other side stands Hapoel Petah Tikva, currently in 6th place with 37 points and a goal record of 45 goals scored against 53 conceded.
The first league meeting between the teams this season, in the 13th round at Bloomfield, ended in a clear 4-0 victory for Hapoel. The goals were scored by Loizos Loizou (13), Andrian Kraev (28), and Stav Toriel (68), along with an own goal (77). In the second round of the Winner League, the teams played to a goalless draw in Petah Tikva. In the first round of the upper playoff, Hapoel visited "HaMoshava" again and won 1-0 thanks to a dramatic winning goal by Daniel Dappa in the 89th minute.
Additionally, the two met in the Toto Cup group stage, where Hapoel traveled to Petah Tikva and returned with a 2-1 victory, thanks to a dramatic goal by Stav Toriel in the 87th minute.
Match Information
Date: Tuesday, 12/5/2026, 20:00
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Round 33
Location: Bloomfield Stadium
Head Referee: Yuval Stein
Assistant Referees: Idan Bernstein, Elad Zoller
VAR Referees: Shalom Ben Avraham, Snir Weintraub
Fourth Official: David Fuxman
Broadcast: Sport 4 HD
History Tells Hapoel will face Hapoel Petah Tikva tonight for the 147th time in league history. This is one of the oldest rivalries in Israeli football, ranking 7th in Hapoel's all-time league matches by frequency. Let's dive into some fascinating moments from the past.
Full Record:
146 matches
66 wins for Hapoel
43 draws
37 wins for Hapoel Petah Tikva
Goal difference: 224:145 in favor of Hapoel
Record with Hapoel as Host:
74 matches
38 wins for Hapoel
20 draws
16 wins for Hapoel Petah Tikva
Goal difference: 130:69 in favor of Hapoel
The first official meeting took place on February 23, 1935, in Petah Tikva, ending in a 2-0 win for the hosts. On January 10, 1942, Hapoel recorded one of its most impressive wins, crushing Petah Tikva 6-0. The first match after the state's establishment was in the 1949/1950 season, where Hapoel provided a show in Petah Tikva with a 5-1 win.
Throughout history, Hapoel has enjoyed several high-scoring displays against Petah Tikva, including an unforgettable 7-1 victory during the 2009/2010 "Double" season. Hapoel enters this upcoming match with a streak of 10 league games without a loss against the "Malabsis."
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host Beitar Jerusalem this evening at Bloomfield Stadium in Matchday 31 of the Israeli Premier League. Ahead of kickoff, we have compiled all the key statistics, historical context, and noteworthy details you need to know.
Hapoel enter the decisive stretch of the season. With only six rounds remaining, the Reds return to Bloomfield for a run of four consecutive home fixtures, beginning with a clash against their fiercest rivals, Beitar Jerusalem.

The team arrives following a setback last Saturday that halted a positive run of form, which had included two consecutive wins and clean sheets. As things stand, Hapoel sit fourth in the table with 55 points, after a two-point deduction imposed by the disciplinary court, and hold a goal difference of 51 scored and 29 conceded. In contrast, the visitors from the capital top the standings with 67 points and a goal tally of 73 for and 34 against.
Head-to-Head This Season: Drama, Comebacks, and a Final
The sides have already met three times this season – twice in the regular league campaign and once in the Toto Cup final – with each encounter delivering its own storyline.
No Hapoel supporter will forget the first-round meeting, which became one of the season’s most memorable classics. Hapoel took an early lead through a Stav Turiel penalty in the 26th minute, but Beitar turned the match around to lead 2–1 by the 78th minute. Just when it seemed the game was slipping away, the 90th minute brought a turning point: a superb cross from Turiel found the head of Andrian Kraev, who powered home the equalizer. The drama reached its peak in the 98th minute, when a stunning free-kick by Omri Altman hit the net, sealing a dramatic and unforgettable 3–2 victory for Hapoel.
In the second-round encounter at Teddy Stadium, Hapoel were narrowly defeated 1–0. The teams later met again in the Toto Cup final, where Hapoel fell 2–1, with Turiel scoring a late consolation goal deep into stoppage time (90+10).
Match Information
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Kickoff: 19:30
Competition: Israeli Premier League, Championship Round, Matchday 31
Venue: Bloomfield Stadium
Referee: Aviv Klein
Assistant Referees: Mati Yaakobov, Shahar Rahamian
VAR Officials: Niv Shtayif, Nati Dotan
Fourth Official: Gal Leibovitch
Broadcast: Sport 5 HD
The Story So Far
The long-standing rivalry between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Beitar Jerusalem remains one of the most intense and captivating in Israeli football. Since their first meeting, the two sides have faced each other 131 times, producing a rich history filled with dramatic encounters, unforgettable goals, and iconic moments.
Overall Record
Matches: 131
Hapoel wins: 55
Draws: 35
Beitar wins: 41
Goal difference: 169–145 in Hapoel’s favor
At Hapoel’s Home Ground
Matches: 68
Hapoel wins: 31
Draws: 18
Beitar wins: 19
Goal difference: 101–76 in Hapoel’s favor
The first league meeting between the clubs took place on March 5, 1955, at the YMCA Ground. Hapoel came from behind twice, thanks to goals from Asher Blot (23’) and Michael Mikhailov (83’), securing a 2–2 draw.
Their first league meeting hosted by Hapoel later that year also ended level. Blot gave Hapoel the lead from the penalty spot in the 24th minute, but Beitar equalized late to make it 1–1.
Over the years, Hapoel have produced several memorable home performances against Beitar, including seven matches in which they scored four goals. The sequence began on March 6, 1971, with a 4–2 victory featuring goals from Yehoshua Feigenbaum, Yehezkel Hazum, and Shimon Ben Yehonatan.
One of the most iconic encounters took place on March 16, 1996, in Bloomfield. Despite being reduced to ten men after Avi Azulai’s red card in the 36th minute, Hapoel delivered a remarkable display led by Shalom Tikva, who orchestrated a dominant 4–0 win alongside goals from Sagiv Eliahu and Kazimierz Moskal.
Another emphatic 4–0 victory came on February 9, 2009, in the season preceding Hapoel’s last double. Goals from Mehran Lala (brace), Douglas da Silva, and Bibras Natkho secured a commanding triumph.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will be hosted tonight at Shlomo Bituach Stadium, where they will face Hapoel Petah Tikva as part of Matchday 28 of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we’ve gathered all the essential statistics, head-to-head history, and interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel Tel Aviv will head out for an away game in Matchday 28 of the Winner League, facing Hapoel Petah Tikva at HaMoshava Stadium in the second match of the Upper Playoff.
The Reds arrive at the encounter following a defeat in the previous matchday, which opened the Upper Playoff stage—a loss that snapped a streak of ten consecutive league games without a defeat.

Ahead of the matchday, Hapoel is ranked fourth in the Winner League table with 49 points, holding a goal difference of 46 goals for and 27 goals against. It should be noted that two points were deducted from the team's tally following a disciplinary court decision.
On the other side stands Hapoel Petah Tikva, positioned sixth in the table with 37 points and a goal difference of 41 goals for versus 39 goals against.
The first league meeting between the teams, during Matchday 13 at Bloomfield, ended in a resounding 4-0 victory for Hapoel. The goals were scored by Loizos Loizou (13'), Andrian Kraev (28'), Stav Toriel (68'), and an own goal (77').

About two weeks ago, during the second round of the Winner League, the two teams parted ways with a goalless draw in a match held at the stadium in Petah Tikva.
Additionally, the two met in the group stage of the Toto Cup, where Hapoel traveled to the stadium in Petah Tikva and returned with a 2-1 victory, thanks to a dramatic goal by Stav Toriel in the 87th minute.
Date & Time: Saturday, 25/4/2026, 20:00
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Matchday 28
Location: Shlomo Bituach Stadium, Petah Tikva
Main Referee: Idan Leiba
Assistant Referees: Idan Bernstein, Omer Barbiro
VAR Officials: Eli Hacmon, Lioz Adi
Fourth Official: Aviv Klein
Broadcast: Sport 3 HD
Tonight, Hapoel will face Hapoel Petah Tikva for the 146th time in league encounters. This is one of the oldest rivalries in Israeli football, with the sheer number of matches placing this rivalry seventh on Hapoel's list of most frequent league opponents. Let's dive into fascinating moments from the shared past of these two clubs.
Overall League Record (145 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 65
Draws: 43
Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 37
Goal Difference: 223:145 in favor of Hapoel
Away Record (Hapoel as the Visiting Team - 71 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 27
Draws: 23
Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 21
Goal Difference: 93:76 in favor of Hapoel
Historical Highlights:
The first official meeting between Hapoel and Hapoel Petah Tikva took place on February 23, 1935. The match was held in Petah Tikva as part of the third matchday of the National League, and it was the hosts who celebrated a 2-0 victory.
On January 10, 1942, Hapoel recorded one of its most impressive wins over Hapoel Petah Tikva. During Matchday 12 of Liga Alef, they hammered their Petah Tikva rivals 6-0. The goals were scored by Meir Aharon Melika (18' pen.), Moshe Melamed (49'), Zvi "Doctor" Ehrlich (52', 79'), Yitzhak Isaac Czecik (62'), and Shmuel (88').
The first match between the two following the establishment of the State of Israel took place in Matchday 2 of the 1949/1950 season. Hapoel put on a show in Petah Tikva, winning 5-1 with goals from Reuven Alalouf (4'), Shimon Benodis (29'), Naftali Schwalb (50'), and Chaim Glazer (87', 88').
Throughout history, Hapoel has delivered quite a few offensive masterclasses against Petah Tikva. There were four-goal, five-goal, and six-goal hauls, as well as one unforgettable seven-goal thriller during the 2009/2010 double-winning season. In Matchday 10, Hapoel hosted the encounter at Ramat Gan Stadium and won 7-1. Joining the goal-fest were Itay Shechter with a hat-trick (3', 33', 42'), Dedi Ben Dayan (66'), Maharan Lala (70'), Eran Zahavi (83'), and Gil Vermouth (86').
Hapoel arrives at the upcoming clash with an active streak of 9 league games without a loss against the Malabess. Furthermore, in the last 13 away league meetings between the clubs, Hapoel remains undefeated; the Reds' last away loss to Hapoel Petah Tikva occurred on December 6, 2004.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will be hosted tonight at Bloomfield Stadium, where they will face Maccabi Tel Aviv in Matchday 27 of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we have gathered all the statistical data, head-to-head history, and interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel will take to the pitch tonight for the Tel Aviv Derby, a matchup that will officially kick off the Upper Playoff matches.
Ahead of the encounter, Hapoel arrives riding a streak of ten consecutive league games without a defeat. During this run, the team recorded seven victories and posted a goal difference of 17 goals for compared to 6 goals against.

The team arrives at tonight's match with a full squad available. The main goal within the club is to maintain the positive momentum and start the final stretch of the league on the right foot, knowing that after the derby, only nine games will remain until the end of the season.
On the eve of the matchday, Hapoel sits in fourth place with 49 points (factoring in the two points deducted by the disciplinary court) and a goal difference of 46:26 (+20).
On the other side, the city rival arrives from third place with 49 points and a goal difference of 55:32.
The first-round encounter, as remembered, did not take place. As for the second round, there isn't a fan who doesn't remember the match: a sweet, red 2-1 victory following a massive stoppage-time comeback, featuring goals from Omri Altman (90+2') and Chico Alves (90+4').
Date & Time: Sunday, 19/4/2026, 20:30
Competition: Premier League, Upper Playoff, Matchday 27
Location: Bloomfield Stadium
Main Referee: Yigal Frid
Assistant Referees: Rosty Talis, Idan Tzoler
VAR Officials: Eitan Shmuelevich, Nati Dotan
Fourth Official: Yoni Kalaz
Broadcast: Sport 5 HD
The Tel Aviv Derby is the most played fixture in the history of Israeli football. Tonight's encounter will be the 242nd across all competitions and the 194th in league play. Let's dive into past meetings and additional data ahead of the clash.
Overall League Record (193 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 58
Draws: 64
Maccabi Wins: 71
Goal Difference: 250:202 in favor of Maccabi
Away Record (Hapoel as the Visiting Team - 92 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 20
Draws: 37
Maccabi Wins: 35
Goal Difference: 129:89 in favor of Maccabi
Decade by Decade – Remembering One Special Derby from Each Era:
The 1930s: Hapoel's first league derby win was recorded on January 23, 1932, when the seventh matchday of Liga Alef ended in a 5-1 red victory. Mordechai Meir (penalty), Yohanan Sukenik, Abba Fishman, Avraham Nudelman, and Moshe Zimon scored for Hapoel.
The 1940s: Hapoel recorded its biggest-ever victory in the history of the derby – 6-2.
The 1950s: On January 19, 1957, in the seventh matchday, Hapoel scored four times en route to a 4-2 win, with goals by Chaim Glazer, Michael Michaelov, and a brace by Rehavia Rosenbaum.
The 1960s: On January 27, 1962, away at the Maccabi North pitch, Hapoel celebrated a 3-0 win thanks to goals from Daniel Danieli (brace) and Rehavia Rosenbaum.
The 1970s: Despite Maccabi's dominance in this decade, Hapoel avenged a 5-0 loss with a 2-1 victory on March 11, 1970, courtesy of a brace by Yehoshua "Shye" Feigenbaum.
The 1980s: During the 1980/81 championship season, on November 29, 1980, Hapoel won 3-0 following goals by Amir Lieberman and Shabtai Levi (brace).
The 1990s: In the sixth matchday of the 1994/95 season, Hapoel secured a particularly memorable 4-2 win at Ramat Gan Stadium – Sagiv Eliyahu (brace), Kazimierz Moskal, and Alon Ofir found the net.
The 2000s & 2010s: An era of near-total red dominance – 3-1 in 2002/03 (Tuama, Balili, Ben Luz), 3-0 in 2004/05, 3-0 on the final matchday of 2006/07, the Douglas Da Silva header in 2009/10, 4-2 in the Double season, 3-1 in 2011/12, and Omer Damari's 1-0 winner in 2012/13.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will be hosted tonight at Shlomo Bituach Stadium, where they will face Hapoel Petah Tikva as part of Matchday 26 of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we’ve gathered all the essential statistics, head-to-head history, and interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel will face the final 90 minutes of the regular season tonight, playing away in Petah Tikva against the local side in the match that will close out the league, just before the start of the Upper Playoff matches.

The Reds arrive at the game with defender Marcus Coco missing due to an accumulation of yellow cards. On the other hand, Lucas Falcao returns to the squad after serving his suspension and will be at the professional staff's disposal.
The team arrives riding a streak of nine league games without a loss, including seven victories. On the eve of the matchday, Hapoel is ranked fourth in the table with 48 points (following a two-point deduction by the disciplinary court) and a positive goal difference of 46:26 (+20). Hapoel Petah Tikva is ranked sixth with 36 points and a goal difference of 40:36.
The previous encounter between the teams, during Matchday 13 at Bloomfield, ended in a resounding 4-0 victory for Hapoel. The goals were scored by Loizos Loizou (13'), Andrian Kraev (28'), Stav Toriel (68'), and an own goal (77'). Additionally, the two teams met in the group stage of the Toto Cup, where Hapoel traveled to HaMoshava Stadium and returned with a 2-1 victory, thanks to a dramatic goal by Stav Toriel in the 87th minute.
Date & Time: Saturday, 11/4/2026, 20:00
Competition: Premier League, Second Round, Matchday 26
Location: Shlomo Bituach Stadium, Petah Tikva
Main Referee: Snir Levi
Assistant Referees: Oshri Cohen, Rifat Alhamula
VAR Officials: Niv Steif, Omer Barbiro
Fourth Official: Aviv Klein
Broadcast: Sport 3 HD
Tonight, Hapoel will face Hapoel Petah Tikva for the 145th time in league encounters. This is one of the oldest rivalries in Israeli football, with the sheer number of matches placing this rivalry seventh on Hapoel's list of most frequent league opponents. Let's dive into some fascinating moments from the shared past of these two clubs.
Overall League Record (144 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 65
Draws: 42
Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 37
Goal Difference: 223:145 in favor of Hapoel
Away Record (Hapoel as the Visiting Team - 70 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 27
Draws: 22
Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 21
Goal Difference: 93:76 in favor of Hapoel
Historical Highlights:
The first official meeting between Hapoel and Hapoel Petah Tikva took place on February 23, 1935. The match was held in Petah Tikva as part of the third matchday of the National League, and it was the hosts who celebrated a 2-0 victory.
On January 10, 1942, Hapoel recorded one of its most impressive wins over Hapoel Petah Tikva. During Matchday 12 of Liga Alef, they hammered their Petah Tikva rivals 6-0. The goals were scored by Meir Aharon Melika (18' pen.), Moshe Melamed (49'), Zvi "Doctor" Ehrlich (52', 79'), Yitzhak Isaac Czecik (62'), and Shmuel (88').

The first match between the two following the establishment of the State of Israel took place in Matchday 2 of the 1949/1950 season. Hapoel put on a show in Petah Tikva, winning 5-1 with goals from Reuven Alalouf (4'), Shimon Benodis (29'), Naftali Schwalb (50'), and Chaim Glazer (87', 88').

Throughout history, Hapoel has delivered quite a few offensive masterclasses against Petah Tikva. There were four-goal, five-goal, and six-goal hauls, as well as one unforgettable seven-goal thriller during the 2009/2010 double-winning season. In Matchday 10, Hapoel hosted the encounter at Ramat Gan Stadium and won 7-1. Joining the goal-fest were Itay Shechter with a hat-trick (3', 33', 42'), Dedi Ben Dayan (66'), Maharan Lala (70'), Eran Zahavi (83'), and Gil Vermouth (86').
Hapoel arrives at the upcoming clash with an active streak of eight league games without a loss against the Malabess. Furthermore, in the last 12 away league meetings between the clubs, Hapoel remains undefeated; the Reds' last away loss to Hapoel Petah Tikva occurred on December 6, 2004.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will host Maccabi Haifa this evening at Bloomfield Stadium in Matchday 25 of the Israeli Premier League. Ahead of the encounter, we have gathered all the key statistics, historical background between the clubs, and essential details to know before kickoff.
Hapoel returns home for the final home match of the regular season. With around 180 minutes remaining before its conclusion and ahead of the playoffs, the team will host Maccabi Haifa at Bloomfield Stadium.
The match will take place amid the complex period the country is going through, following a forced break due to the war. The game will be played without spectators due to Home Front Command restrictions.

The Reds enter the match on an eight-game unbeaten league run, including six victories.
Hapoel currently sits fourth in the table with 45 points, in addition to a two-point deduction imposed by the disciplinary court, and holds a goal difference of 44:26.
The Haifa side is fifth with 39 points and a goal difference of 46:25.

In the first round, the two teams met at Sammy Ofer Stadium, where Hapoel was defeated 2:1. Roy Korine scored Hapoel’s goal in the 88th minute.
Match Information
Match Date: Monday, March 2, 2026, 20:30
Competition: Israeli Premier League, Second Round, Matchday 25
Venue: Bloomfield Stadium
Referee: Nael Odeh
Assistant Referees: Omer Barbiro, Abdallah Azzam
VAR Referees: Orel Grinfeld, Shalom Ben Avraham
Fourth Official: Ohad Asulin
Broadcast: Sport 5 HD
The History
Hapoel will face Maccabi Haifa tonight for the 197th meeting between the sides in all competitions, and the 157th in league play. Ahead of the match, we look back at the history and the defining moments that shaped this long-standing rivalry.
Overall Record:
156 league matches
42 Hapoel wins
42 draws
72 Maccabi Haifa wins
Goal difference: 220:185 in favor of Maccabi Haifa
When Hapoel Hosts:
76 matches
29 Hapoel wins
19 draws
28 Maccabi Haifa wins
Goal difference: 114:95 in favor of Hapoel
The first official meeting between the clubs took place on December 12, 1931, in Matchday 2 of the 1931/1932 Liga Alef season. Hapoel hosted at the Tamarim Ground and secured a 5:2 victory. The goals were scored by Amnon Harlap, who netted a hat-trick, and Mordechai Meir, who added a brace.
On December 17, 1949, Hapoel recorded its largest-ever victory over the northern side with a resounding 5:0 win. The goals were scored by Haim Glazer in the 7th, 17th, and 67th minutes, Moshe Kleinman in the 15th minute, and Reuven Alaluf in the 77th minute.
Hapoel’s lineup that day included Yaakov Hodorov, Moshe Melamed, David Schweitzer, Moshe Kleinman, Avraham Botchka Feldman, Yitzhak Shuler, Asher Blot, Shimon Zimmerman, Haim Glazer, Erich Rosenbaum, and Reuven Alaluf.
The match was officiated by Moni Kario in front of approximately 1,500 spectators at Basa Ground in Jaffa.
Hapoel’s most recent victory over the Greens came on May 30, 2020 at Sammy Ofer Stadium, a 2:1 win courtesy of goals from Moti Barchatsky and Omer Damari.
The last home league victory over Haifa dates back to March 29, 2014, with a commanding 4:0 win in Matchday 28 at Bloomfield. The goals were scored by Shay Abutbul in the 19th minute, Israel Zaguri in the 26th minute, Lucas Sasha in the 50th minute, and Omer Pedida in the 85th minute.
The starting lineup that day, in front of 10,120 spectators and officiated by Erez Papir, was: Danny Amos, Lior Levy, Orel Dgani, Branko Ilic, Avraham Tchokol, Bryan Gerzicich, Shay Abutbul, Lucas Sasha, Gil Vermouth, Israel Zaguri, and Omer Damari.
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will be hosted tonight at Doha Stadium as they face Bnei Sakhnin in Matchday 24 of the Winner League. Ahead of the clash, we have compiled all the statistical data, head-to-head history, and interesting details you need to know before the opening whistle.
Hapoel is approaching the home stretch of the regular season. Tonight, the team will travel to Doha Stadium, where they will meet Bnei Sakhnin, with only three rounds remaining until the regular season concludes.

The Reds, currently positioned third in the table, will mark a significant milestone in the upcoming match: the 2,500th league game in the club's history.
Furthermore, Hapoel arrives at the encounter riding an impressive streak of five consecutive league victories.
As it stands, Hapoel is ranked third with 44 points—in addition to two points deducted by the disciplinary court—and a goal difference of 44:26 (+18). Conversely, Bnei Sakhnin sits in eighth place in the standings with 28 points and a goal difference of 33:25.
In their first-round meeting at Bloomfield Stadium, Hapoel recorded a 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Stav Toriel in the 53rd minute and Loizos Loizou in the 61st minute.
Date & Time: Saturday, 21/2/2026, 19:30
Competition: Premier League, Second Round, Matchday 24
Location: Doha Stadium, Sakhnin
Main Referee: Omer Biran
Assistant Referees: Guy Klipper, Luay Wahaba
VAR Officials: Niv Steif, Rosty Talis
Fourth Official: Dekel Tzino
Broadcast: Sport 3 HD
Tonight will mark the 52nd league encounter between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Bnei Sakhnin. Before we revisit some memorable past matchups, here is the full head-to-head record between the two clubs:
Overall Record (51 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 23
Draws: 15
Bnei Sakhnin Wins: 13
Goal Difference: 60:49 in favor of Hapoel
Away Record (Hapoel as the Visiting Team - 25 Matches):
Hapoel Wins: 11
Draws: 7
Bnei Sakhnin Wins: 7
Goal Difference: 27:23 in favor of Hapoel
Historical Highlights:
The first-ever league meeting between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Bnei Sakhnin took place in the opening round of the 2003/2004 season, when the newly promoted Bnei Sakhnin hosted Hapoel at Kiryat Eliezer Stadium. Sakhnin took the lead in the 22nd minute, but an equalizing goal by Yigal Antebi in the 71st minute resulted in a sharing of the points.
On April 12, 2014, Hapoel recorded its biggest home victory over Bnei Sakhnin, defeating them 3-0 at Bloomfield during Matchday 30 of the 2013/2014 season. The goals were scored by Israel Zaguri in the 64th and 71st minutes, and Omer Damari in the 81st minute from the penalty spot.
Hapoel's Lineup that day: Danny Amos, Lior Levi, Orel Dgani, Branko Ilic, Yigal Antebi, Bryan Gerzicich, Shay Abutbul (Besart Abdurahimi, 72'), Lucas Sasha (Salim Tuama, 46'), Gil Vermouth, Israel Zaguri, Omer Damari (Petar Orlandic, 82'). The match was refereed by Eitan Shmuelevich in front of 8,435 spectators.
During the 2018/2019 season, Hapoel also won 3-0 at HaMoshava Stadium as part of Matchday 32, with goals from Ramzi Safouri in the 43rd and 73rd minutes, and Shahar Hirsh in stoppage time (90+1').
The last league match between the two sides held at Doha Stadium took place on August 26, 2023. In that opening-round fixture, the teams played to a 1-1 draw, with Mavis Tchibota scoring for Hapoel in the 8th minute.