Encounter between Hapoel Kiryat Yam vs Hapoel Kfar Shelem is shaping up to be one of those affairs where recent results flies out the window. Kicking off
Hapoel Kiryat Yam’s been all over the shop, their performances yo-yoing from classy to baffling. Meanwhile, Hapoel Kfar Shelem’s grinding through a rough patch, their rearguard looking unstable.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a mixed bag. Hapoel Kiryat Yam’s enjoyed the upper hand lately, but the game’s got a nonexistent memory.
For what it’s worth: Each teams’ve got holes. Hapoel Kiryat Yam’s center park’s sputtering, while Hapoel Kfar Shelem’s frontline needs a cutting edge.
Across the 2nd Division, this fixture carries added significance. The competition’s race for European places means every result matters, and both clubs know a positive result here could alter trajectories in the standings. How they’ve fared lately in the 2nd Division suggests neither outfit can afford lapses, making this tie even more unmissable.
But hey, there’s a feeling about this one—maybe, it’s the matchup where someone steps up.
Final thought: This ain't just another game—it's prime-time action with ramifications at both ends of the table. Tune in.From the better box:
If you’re putting money on this one, here’s the no-bull take.
Hapoel Kiryat Yam at 1.97 to win feels a tad skinny given their Jekyll-and-Hyde act in the 2nd Division this term. Their underlying numbers suggest they’re overperforming — stats nerds would steer clear.
Hapoel Kfar Shelem’s 3.36 line tempts, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his recent funk.
The wise guys’ll likely poke at the Draw 3.5 — these derbies often play out tight, and pressure can kill attacking flow.
Over the last meetings Hapoel Kiryat Yam holds wins - 4, losses - 0 and draws - 1. Hapoel Kfar Shelem on the other hand holds the following results from the latest games: wins - 3, losses - 0 and draws - 2. Based on this data a conclusion can be made that Hapoel Kiryat Yam currently is in better form, in comparison to Hapoel Kfar Shelem.
Hapoel Kiryat Yam: Hapoel Rishon Letzion – (Win 0:2), Maccabi Herzliya – (Draw 0:0), Ironi Modiin – (Win 3:2), Hapoel Nof Hagalil – (Win 1:2), Hapoel Raanana – (Win 4:0).
Hapoel Kfar Shelem: Hapoel Nof Hagalil – (Draw 2:2), Hapoel Raanana – (Win 1:3), Hapoel Afula – (Win 2:0), Bnei Yehuda – (Win 2:3), Maccabi Petah Tikva – (Draw 0:0).
