Beitar Jerusalem are five places above Hapoel Petah Tikva and have a much stronger recent form (four wins in the last five games versus a single win in seven for Hapoel). Their away record (1.7 goals scored, 1.0 conceded per game) is superior to Hapoel’s home record (0.7 goals scored, 1.0 conceded). Head‑to‑head data shows Beitar have won four of the last seven meetings and the most recent encounter was a 0‑0 draw, indicating they are comfortable at this venue. These factors collectively make an away win the most likely outcome.
Hapoel Petah Tikva vs Beitar Jerusalem prediction
- Round
- Regular Season - 8
- Venue
- HaMoshava Stadium, Petah Tikva
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Recent form
Last 5 matches · 0W-1D-4L · -8 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 4W-1D-0L · +8 goal difference
Our verdict
BetGenius backs Beitar Jerusalem to win (Match Winner) at 75% confidence — a strong call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.
Match preview
Both teams enter the eighth round of the Ligat Ha'al with contrasting fortunes. Beitar Jerusalem sit fifth with 13 points, a recent run of four wins in five matches and a goal difference of +2. Their away form shows they score 1.7 goals per game while conceding only one, and they have kept two clean sheets on the road. Hapoel Petah Tikva are down at 12th place with just four points, a poor record of one win in seven games and a home goal‑scoring average of 0.7 per match. Their defence leaks two goals per away game and they have failed to score in three of their four away outings.
Historically the Jerusalem side has dominated the fixture. In the last seven meetings Beitar have won four, drawn two and lost only once, including a 3‑1 home victory earlier this season. The most recent clash ended 0‑0, but the overall average goals per meeting is 3.14 and 57 % of those games have produced both teams scoring. With Beitar’s attacking edge and Hapoel’s struggle to find the net, the visitors are clear favourites.
The match is likely to be decided by Beitar’s ability to break down a Hapoel defence that has allowed over two goals per game away from home. While the home side has managed a clean sheet at home this season, they have scored only two goals in three home fixtures. Beitar’s recent four‑game winning streak suggests they have the momentum to secure the three points, but the modest goal averages point to a relatively tight scoreline.
Key factors
- Beitar’s superior league position (5th) and recent form (four wins in five) versus Hapoel’s poor form (one win in seven)
- Head‑to‑head record heavily in Beitar’s favour (4‑1‑2 over the last seven meetings)
- Beitar’s away scoring average (1.7 per game) and solid defence (1.0 conceded) compared with Hapoel’s weak home attack (0.7 per game)
- Historical games average 3.14 goals with 57 % over 2.5 goals, indicating a likely high‑scoring encounter
Statistical comparison
Combined scoring rate: 2.4 goals per game (Hapoel Petah Tikva at home plus Beitar Jerusalem away).
Key players this season
Beitar Jerusalem
- O. Atzili3G · 2A
- T. Yosefi4A
- Y. Shua3A
League scoring and assist totals for this season — not a predicted lineup. Availability is only shown where team news names the same player.
Table context
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Hapoel Tel AvivPromotion - Ligat ha'Al (Championship Group) | 8 | +13 | 19 |
| 3 | Maccabi HaifaPromotion - Ligat ha'Al (Championship Group) | 7 | +9 | 18 |
| 4 | Hapoel Beer ShevaPromotion - Ligat ha'Al (Championship Group) | 7 | +4 | 16 |
| 5 | Beitar JerusalemPromotion - Ligat ha'Al (Championship Group) | 7 | +2 | 13 |
| 6 | Bnei SakhninPromotion - Ligat ha'Al (Championship Group) | 8 | 0 | 11 |
| 7 | Maccabi NetanyaLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | +1 | 10 |
| 8 | Maccabi Petah TikvaLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -4 | 9 |
| 9 | Hapoel HaifaLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -4 | 9 |
| 10 | Hapoel KatamonLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -7 | 7 |
| 11 | Hapoel Ramat GanLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -8 | 6 |
| 12 | Hapoel Petah TikvaLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 7 | -8 | 4 |
| 13 | Ironi Kiryat ShmonaLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -10 | 3 |
| 14 | Ironi TiberiasLigat ha'Al (Relegation Group) | 8 | -4 | 2 |
Head-to-head
- 1
- Hapoel Petah Tikva
- 2
- Draws
- 4
- Beitar Jerusalem
Beitar Jerusalem have won 4 of the last 7 meetings, averaging 3.1 goals a game.
- 2026-05-19Hapoel Petah Tikva0-0Beitar Jerusalem
- 2026-04-28Beitar Jerusalem3-1Hapoel Petah Tikva
- 2026-01-17Hapoel Petah Tikva1-3Beitar Jerusalem
- 2025-10-04Beitar Jerusalem5-2Hapoel Petah Tikva
- 2024-04-21Hapoel Petah Tikva0-2Beitar Jerusalem
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The seven historical meetings between the clubs have produced an average of 3.14 goals per game and 57 % of those fixtures went over 2.5 goals. Both sides have decent attacking records this season (Beitar 1.6 goals per game overall, Hapoel 0.4) and the league’s average goals per game is 2.94. While Hapoel’s scoring is limited, Beitar’s recent four‑goal haul and the tendency for both teams to score in this fixture support a modest probability that the total will exceed 2.5 goals.
Over 2.5 Goals — 60% confidence
The seven historical meetings between the clubs have produced an average of 3.14 goals per game and 57 % of those fixtures went over 2.5 goals. Both sides have decent attacking records this season (Beitar 1.6 goals per game overall, Hapoel 0.4) and the league’s average goals per game is 2.94. While Hapoel’s scoring is limited, Beitar’s recent four‑goal haul and the tendency for both teams to score in this fixture support a modest probability that the total will exceed 2.5 goals.
Beitar Jerusalem to win — 75% confidence
Beitar Jerusalem are five places above Hapoel Petah Tikva and have a much stronger recent form (four wins in the last five games versus a single win in seven for Hapoel). Their away record (1.7 goals scored, 1.0 conceded per game) is superior to Hapoel’s home record (0.7 goals scored, 1.0 conceded). Head‑to‑head data shows Beitar have won four of the last seven meetings and the most recent encounter was a 0‑0 draw, indicating they are comfortable at this venue. These factors collectively make an away win the most likely outcome.
These two calls are about different parts of the match (total goals and match winner), so neither one determines the other. The figure shown is the lower of the two — a combo can never be more likely than its weaker leg.
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Published October 25, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.

