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.
Match Information
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Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 20:00
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Competition: Toto Cup, Group B, Round 1
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Venue: HaMoshava Stadium
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Referee: David Fuchsman
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Assistant Referees: Avi Goldstein, Mati Yakubov
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Fourth Official: Aviel Levi
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Broadcast: Sport 4 HD
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:
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Matches: 11
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Hapoel Wins: 4
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Draws: 3
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Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 4
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Goal Difference: 11–11
Record When Hapoel is the Away Team:
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Matches: 4
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Hapoel Wins: 1
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Draws: 1
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Hapoel Petah Tikva Wins: 2
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Goal Difference: 4–6 in favor of Hapoel Petah Tikva
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