Maccabi Tel Aviv faces Hapoel Be’er Sheva on April 28, 2026, in a crucial match as they aim to close the gap in the Israeli Premier League standings. Maccabi currently holds 55 points and sits in third place after 28 rounds.
Maccabi Tel Aviv has qualified for the final of the national cup where they will also meet Hapoel Be’er Sheva. In their last five meetings, Hapoel Be’er Sheva has won three times, while Maccabi managed just one victory, with one match ending in a draw.
This season, Maccabi Tel Aviv has struggled in the Europa League, earning only 1 point from eight matches and finishing last in their group. However, they have shown resilience domestically, winning 4 of their last 5 matches.
Key statistics:
- Maccabi Tel Aviv is currently third in the Israeli Premier League standings with 55 points.
- Hapoel Be’er Sheva leads the league with 63 points, having scored 63 goals this season.
- Maccabi’s recent form includes four wins out of five matches.
Historical context adds weight to this rivalry. Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be’er Sheva have a long-standing competitive history that makes each encounter significant. The stakes are high as both teams vie for supremacy.
The outcome of this match could significantly affect Maccabi’s chances of catching up to league leaders Maccabi Haifa. With only eight matches left until the end of the season, every point counts.
