Hapoel Be'er Sheva vs Maccabi Tel Aviv prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – January 1, 2025
On January 1, the Israeli Premier League will feature a highly anticipated clash between Hapoel Be'er Sheva and Maccabi Tel Aviv. Here’s an analysis and prediction for this exciting matchup.
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is having a fantastic season, leading the league after 15 rounds, despite being docked a point. They hold a one-point lead over their closest rival, Maccabi Tel Aviv.
In their last match, Hapoel was held to a 0-0 draw away against Sektzia Nes Ziona, despite dominating the game. This result ended a six-match winning streak. The team has been consistent in scoring, but there is no standout striker, as goals are distributed among various players. It will be interesting to see if the club can maintain its form over the season.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
The capital club is, as expected, competing for the title and sits second in the standings, trailing Hapoel by just one point.
In their most recent league match, Maccabi secured a dramatic 3-2 home win over Maccabi Petah Tikva. Despite trailing 0-2 by the 30th minute, they turned the game around. About a week ago, Maccabi also claimed the Toto Cup, defeating Maccabi Haifa 3-1 in a thrilling final where they came back after conceding early and surviving a missed penalty by Haifa. The team is in good form but has shown vulnerability defensively.
Probable Lineups
- Hapoel Be'er Sheva: Marciano, Lopez, Blorian, Miguel Vitor, Mizrahi, Peretz, Kangwa, Lucas Ventura, Biton, Garita, Stoyanov.
- Maccabi Tel Aviv: Mishpati, Asante, Lemkin, Stojic, Revivo, Van Overeem, Kanichowsky, Davida, Peretz, Wesley Patati, Turgeman.
Match Facts
- Hapoel Be'er Sheva has been dominant at home with 7 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.
- Maccabi Tel Aviv has a mixed away record with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss.
- Betting Odds: Hapoel Be'er Sheva to win: 2.72, Draw: 3.25, Maccabi Tel Aviv to win: 2.44.
Head-to-Head
In the first-round meeting, Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a 1-0 home win despite Hapoel Be'er Sheva dominating and having two goals disallowed via VAR.
Prediction
This is a clash between the league's top two teams, with significant implications for the title race. Bookmakers fairly assess this as an evenly matched contest. Given the high stakes and the defensive organization both teams are capable of, this could be a tightly contested game. Betting Recommendation: Total goals under 3 at 1.72 offers good value in a game where both teams may prioritize caution over aggression.
