Hapoel Jerusalem vs Maccabi Tel Aviv predictions, Jan 03, 2026

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In an upcoming soccer matchup in the Israeli Ligat haAl, Hapoel Jerusalem will face off against Maccabi Tel Aviv on January 3, 2026. Hapoel Jerusalem will have the home advantage in this highly anticipated clash.

Recent form suggests that Maccabi Tel Aviv may have the upper hand coming into this game, having won 1 out of their last 5 matches compared to Hapoel Jerusalem’s 2 victories. Additionally, bookmakers’ odds heavily favor the away team, with Maccabi Tel Aviv being the clear favorites to secure the win.

Tactically, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s strong defensive play and ability to capitalize on counter-attacks could pose a significant challenge for Hapoel Jerusalem. However, Hapoel Jerusalem’s home-field advantage and their potential to create scoring opportunities cannot be overlooked.

In conclusion, while Maccabi Tel Aviv may be the favorites on paper, soccer is a sport known for its unpredictability. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately, the outcome of this matchup remains uncertain. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive game between these two top Israeli teams.

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Hapoel Jerusalem 15.1%

Draw 19.1%

Maccabi Tel Aviv 65.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:2

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	5.9	4.75	1.4
	6.73	4.75	1.4
	6.05	5.09	1.41
	5.75	4.75	1.41

Latest Results

31.12.25 Hapoel Beer Sheva – Hapoel Jerusalem – 4:1 26.12.25 Hapoel Jerusalem – Hapoel Umm al-Fahm – 2:0 20.12.25 Hapoel Jerusalem – Hapoel Haifa FC – 0:1 13.12.25 MS Ashdod – Hapoel Jerusalem – 0:2 08.12.25 Beitar Jerusalem – Hapoel Jerusalem – 1:1

30.12.25 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Ironi Tiberias – 1:1 27.12.25 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Haifa FC – 5:0 21.12.25 Maccabi Netanya – Maccabi Tel Aviv – 1:1 15.12.25 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Petah Tikva – 2:2 11.12.25 VfB Stuttgart – Maccabi Tel Aviv – 4:1

Facts

An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 13 in the zone Ligat ha’Al (Relegation Group: ) and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Ligat ha’Al (Championship Group: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hapoel Jerusalem won 0.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Hapoel Jerusalem may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Maccabi Tel Aviv is the clear favorite.

In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Hapoel Jerusalem won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 13:31. (average 0.9:2.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Hapoel Jerusalem won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 4:13. (average 0.8:2.6).

Latest Head To Head

20.09.25 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Jerusalem – 2:1 17.08.25 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Jerusalem – 2:1 28.12.24 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Jerusalem – 3:0 16.12.24 Hapoel Jerusalem – Maccabi Tel Aviv – 2:3 18.09.24 Maccabi Tel Aviv – Hapoel Jerusalem – 2:1

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	H. Beer Sheva	16	12	2	2	38:16	22	38
2	Beitar Jerusalem	15	10	3	2	37:18	19	33
3	Maccabi Tel Aviv	16	8	6	2	33:18	15	30
4	Maccabi Haifa	16	6	7	3	31:16	15	25
5	Hapoel Tel Aviv	15	8	3	4	29:19	10	25
6	Sakhnin	16	6	5	5	21:19	2	23
7	Netanya	16	7	2	7	29:34	-5	23
8	Hapoel Petah Tikva	16	4	8	4	25:26	-1	20
9	Hapoel Haifa	16	5	3	8	22:26	-4	18
10	SC Ashdod	16	4	6	6	22:33	-11	18
11	Ironi Tiberias	16	5	3	8	18:34	-16	18
12	Kiryat Shmona	16	3	4	9	18:27	-9	13
13	Hapoel Jerusalem	16	2	5	9	14:25	-11	11
14	Maccabi Bnei Raina	16	2	1	13	14:40	-26	7

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