Maccabi Tel Aviv FC vs Hapoel Haifa FC Prediction: One last push for Tel Aviv

The highly awaited 26th round of the Israel Premier League is set to feature an exciting clash between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Haifa at the Bloomfield Stadium. Maccabi Tel Aviv enters the final game of the regular round fresh off a defeat to Olympiacos in the round of 16 of the Europa Conference League. Hapoel Haifa on the other hand has also secured a favorable position in the Championship round. 

Based on our analysis, we express confidence in predicting a win or draw for Maccabi Tel Aviv in this upcoming encounter. For a more detailed breakdown of the game and expert tips, we recommend referring to our comprehensive analysis for a deeper understanding of the key factors influencing this match.

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Maccabi Tel Aviv has secured four consecutive league victories, including a notable triumph over Beitar Jerusalem in their latest match, where they clinched a narrow 0-1 win. This streak of wins has provided them with positive momentum as they prepare to face Hapoel Haifa on Sunday. However, it's worth mentioning their disappointment in the Europa Conference League, where they were eliminated in the round of 16 by Olympiacos. Despite taking a commanding 4-1 lead in the first leg, they faced a surprising turnaround, resulting in a 7-5 aggregate defeat to Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Throughout this season, Maccabi Tel Aviv has consistently asserted its dominance in the league, initiating a strong start and sustaining momentum. Their overall league record indicates their formidable performance, standing at 18 victories, two losses, and five draws from the 25 games played. This impressive tally underscores their commanding position in the league standings, highlighting Maccabi Tel Aviv's sustained excellence throughout the season.

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Hapoel Haifa has been showcasing impressive form, evidenced by their two consecutive league victories in their last two matches. Over their last five games, they've secured two wins, a draw, and suffered two losses. Their overall performance for the season stands at 14 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses from 25 games played, solidifying their reputation as a formidable contender.

A critical look at their last 11 encounters produced 9 victories for Tel Aviv and 2 draws. It is pertinent to note that Hapoel Haifa has yet to secure a win against Tel Aviv in their last eleven encounters. 

Based on the head-to-head statistics indicating that Hapoel Haifa has not secured a victory against Maccabi Tel Aviv in their last eleven meetings, it's clear that Maccabi Tel Aviv holds a significant advantage. With Maccabi Tel Aviv's formidable form and unbeaten streak in their last five league games, a loss for them in this match seems improbable. Therefore, our prediction leans towards a victory for Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Considering Maccabi Tel Aviv's prolific goal-scoring record in the league this season, we anticipate them to score a minimum of two goals in this encounter. However, Hapoel Haifa is also a strong team and capable of finding the back of the net. Therefore, we predict a win for Maccabi Tel Aviv with a total of over 1.5 goals, acknowledging the potential for both teams to score.