Hapoel Tel Aviv v Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona Tips

Hapoel Tel Aviv enter this clash with home advantage and stronger squad depth, especially in midfield where they control tempo well. Kiryat Shmona usually struggle away, particularly against sides with pressing intensity. Given form and quality, Tel Aviv should edge this contest narrowly.

Matches between these two have often been tight, with plenty finishing under 2.5 goals. Tel Aviv rely more on structured buildup than free-flowing attack, while Kiryat Shmona often set up defensively. Under 2.5 feels like the safer call here.

Two of the last three league meetings between these teams ended in over 2.5 goals. Hapoel Tel Aviv scored 14 goals in their last seven fixtures in all competitions; an average of two goals per match.

Kiryat Shmona have not been consistent in front of goal, especially away from home. Their attacking threat may be limited, while Tel Aviv’s defense is solid on home soil. Both teams to score ‘No’ is more convincing.

Hapoel Tel Aviv to win and BTTS ‘No’ looks like the most balanced option. It reflects their advantage in the game while acknowledging Kiryat Shmona’s struggles in finding the net consistently on their travels.

Kiryat Shmona struggle defensively yet always threaten on the counter. Tel Aviv, dominant at home, suffer lapses. Win/BTTS odds are big considering head-to-head and both sides’ match tempo.