Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Hapoel Petah Tikva Prediction (1.35 odds): Comfortable Home Win Expected

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Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Hapoel Petah Tikva Prediction (May 5, 2026) ⚽

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Match Preview

Maccabi Tel Aviv host Hapoel Petah Tikva at Bloomfield Stadium in Round 31 of the Ligat ha’Al Championship Group. With the title race reaching its climax, Maccabi are under pressure to secure all three points, while Hapoel Petah Tikva aim to cause an upset and improve their standing.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv have been one of the most dominant sides this season, combining attacking quality with defensive consistency. In contrast, Hapoel Petah Tikva have struggled against top opposition, particularly away from home.

Head-to-Head Record 📊

  • Last 5 meetings:
    • Maccabi Tel Aviv wins: 4
    • Draws: 1
    • Hapoel Petah Tikva wins: 0
  • Goals scored (last 5):
    • Maccabi Tel Aviv: 11
    • Hapoel Petah Tikva: 3

Maccabi have clearly dominated recent encounters, often controlling matches from start to finish.

Predicted Lineups

Maccabi Tel Aviv (4-3-3)

Peretz; Davidzada, Saborit, Goldberg, Dasa; Gloukh, Kanichowsky, Peretz D.; Zahavi, Turgeman, Biton

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Hapoel Petah Tikva (4-2-3-1)

Klein; Cohen, Levi, Azulai, Ben Harush; Gordana, Nir; Sabag, Golan, Levi S.; Tamir

xG & Tactical Analysis 📈

  • Average xG (Maccabi Tel Aviv): 2.05
  • Average xG (Hapoel Petah Tikva): 1.00
  • xGA (Maccabi Tel Aviv): 0.85
  • xGA (Hapoel Petah Tikva): 1.65

Maccabi’s xG numbers highlight their attacking dominance, regularly creating high-quality chances. Their defensive record is equally impressive, limiting opponents effectively. Hapoel Petah Tikva, meanwhile, struggle to generate consistent offensive output and often concede too many chances.

Key Factors 🔑

  • Maccabi’s attacking depth and creativity
  • Strong home advantage at Bloomfield Stadium
  • Hapoel Petah Tikva’s defensive vulnerabilities
  • Control of midfield tempo

Prediction 💡

Maccabi Tel Aviv are expected to dominate possession and dictate the pace of the game. Given their superior quality and consistency, they should secure a comfortable victory.

Prediction: Maccabi Tel Aviv to win
Estimated Odds: 1.35
Correct Score: 3-0