ISRAEL LIGAT HA'AL
18.05.2026 17:00
Sammy Ofer Stadium
Referee: R. Rubin
Hapoel Haifa
Match Timeline
Bnei Sakhnin
HT
0' 15' 30' 45' 60' 75' 90'
🟨
29'
L. Sardal
Hapoel Haifa
🟨
39'
A. Haman
Hapoel Haifa
🔄
46'
T. Arbel ↔ D. Malul
Hapoel Haifa
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46'
↔ I. Buganim
Hapoel Haifa
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46'
A. Haman ↔ A. Turgeman
Hapoel Haifa
53'
L. Rotman · Assist: Y. Ferber
Hapoel Haifa
57'
L. Rotman · Assist: Y. Ferber
Hapoel Haifa
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59'
O. Korsia
Bnei Sakhnin
63'
A. Turgeman
Hapoel Haifa
🔄
64'
A. Miranyan ↔ S. Nachmani
Bnei Sakhnin
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64'
M. Sheikh Yosef ↔ O. Abuhav
Bnei Sakhnin
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66'
Y. Gonen ↔ N. Sabag
Hapoel Haifa
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74'
I. Buganim
Hapoel Haifa
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77'
D. Maicom ↔ E. Shamir
Bnei Sakhnin
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79'
L. Sardal ↔ S. Balahssan
Hapoel Haifa
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88'
I. Drame ↔ S. Yunes
Bnei Sakhnin
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89'
A. Azugi ↔ M. Ganame
Bnei Sakhnin
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90+3'
M. Ganame
Bnei Sakhnin
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90+4'
Sana
Hapoel Haifa

Hapoel Haifa vs Bnei Sakhnin Prediction & Match Analysis

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Home Win
Probability 73.7%
Odds -
BTTS
BTTS No
Probability 67.9%
Odds -
Over / Under 2.5
Under 2.5
Probability 66.6%
Odds -
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Home Win
73.7%
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BTTS BTTS No
67.9%
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Over / Under 2.5 Under 2.5
66.6%
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Corners O/U Under 11.5 Corners
84%
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HT / FT Home / Home
-
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Correct Score 2-0
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Probability Distribution
Hapoel Haifa Win 73.7%
Draw 0%
Bnei Sakhnin Win 26.3%
Expected Goals (xG)
Hapoel Haifa1.25
Bnei Sakhnin1.16
Recent Form (Last 5)
Hapoel Haifa Hapoel Haifa
WWDLW
36 GF / 51 GA
Bnei Sakhnin Bnei Sakhnin
WLDWL
28 GF / 46 GA
Key Stats
1.13
Average Goals Scored
0.88
1.59
Average Goals Conceded
1.44
17
BTTS Yes
12
13
Over 2.5
14
2.47
Shots on Goal
1.66

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Hapoel Haifa Hapoel Haifa 32 matches
Bnei Sakhnin Bnei Sakhnin 32 matches
Hapoel Haifa Statistic Bnei Sakhnin
7 Wins 8
10 Draws 10
15 Losses 14
36 Goals For 28
51 Goals Against 46
1.13 Avg Goals Scored 0.88
1.59 Avg Goals Conceded 1.44
17 BTTS Yes 12
23 Over 1.5 24
13 Over 2.5 14
10 Over 3.5 6
8 Clean Sheets 10
10 Failed To Score 15
2.47 Shots On Goal 1.66
7.66 Total Shots 4.78
2.97 Corners 1.84
28.2% Ball Possession 25.1%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

This match looks like a contest between two sides with a fairly similar football identity. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Hapoel Haifa expected to line up in 4-2-3-1 and Bnei Sakhnin in 3-4-3, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Bnei Sakhnin having the stronger overall control. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely. The season profile of both teams suggests a matchup where long-term consistency matters, but does not fully remove the possibility of swings in momentum on the day. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Bnei Sakhnin. Bnei Sakhnin arrive with more visible recent inconsistency, which may leave them vulnerable if the match starts badly. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent.

Hapoel Haifa Analysis

Hapoel Haifa sit 10 with 25 points after 26 league matches. Their overall return of 6 wins, 7 draws, and 13 losses with goals at 31:44 reflects poor form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by J. East (13 goals), A. Turgeman (6 goals), G. Diba (3 goals), with creative support from O. Biton (5 assists), J. East (3 assists), N. Sabag (3 assists), while defensively they have appeared quite vulnerable. At home, the record of 2 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses points toward a weak split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Their broader style still suggests a more cautious and defensive approach.

Bnei Sakhnin Analysis

Bnei Sakhnin approach this match from a more delicate league position, standing 8 with 32 points from 26 matches. Across the season they have posted 8 wins, 8 draws, and 10 defeats, and the 27:35 goal record continues to suggest poor form and are going through a difficult losing run. Their attacking burden often falls on A. Miranyan (5 goals), A. Salman (5 goals), J. Bushnaq (5 goals), with creative support from A. Azugi (3 assists), A. Salman (2 assists), J. Bushnaq (2 assists), while at the back they have been fairly stable. Away from home, they have managed 4 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses, a return that supports a fairly balanced split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. In football terms they often show a more cautious and defensive approach.

H2H Analysis

Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Hapoel Haifa won 7 times, Bnei Sakhnin won 5 times, while 3 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 22:17 from Hapoel Haifa's perspective. 9 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 9 matches, with an average of 2.6 goals per game.

1X2: Home Win
BTTS: BTTS No
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
Highest model probability: 12 (100%)
Predicted formations: Hapoel Haifa 4-2-3-1 / Bnei Sakhnin 3-4-3
H2H summary: Hapoel Haifa wins 7, draws 3, Bnei Sakhnin wins 5

Standings

Premier League , Relegation Round
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 33 14 6 13 59:63 -4 48
W D L W L
2 33 11 7 15 50:53 -3 40
L W D W W
3 33 12 8 13 45:56 -11 36
W W W W D
4 33 8 10 15 39:51 -12 34
W D W L D
5 33 8 10 15 28:49 -21 34
L L L L D
6 33 7 10 16 26:43 -17 31
L W W L W
7 33 6 10 17 38:62 -24 28
W L L L D
8 33 6 4 23 26:69 -43 22
L L D W L
Relegation