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Bnei Herzliya vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 23-10-2026
Oct 2312:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Bnei Herzliya 36-29 Maccabi Tel Aviv
Bnei HerzliyaDrawMaccabi Tel Aviv
Bnei Herzliya host Maccabi Tel Aviv in Division 1 on 23 October, a clash between the third-placed side and a struggling seventh-place outfit. Herzliya arrive as heavy favourites, but Maccabi have shown enough recent resilience to warrant caution before backing the hosts too heavily.
Team form
Bnei Herzliya
Bnei Herzliya sit third with 8 points from 5 games and have won four of their last five. Their sole defeat came away to Maccabi Le Zion (25-30), but they have since recovered with three straight wins. Most recently they edged Hapoel Ashdod 37-35 on the road—a tight contest that hints at vulnerability in close matches. Over their last five games they have averaged 36.8 goals scored and 30.8 conceded, a healthy attacking output paired with a leaky defence. The narrow wins suggest they can be pressured.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Maccabi Tel Aviv occupy seventh place with 4 points from 4 league games and carry a 2-2 record. They have won their last two Division 1 outings—36-31 over Maccabi Avishai Motzkin and 30-27 at Ramat Hasharon—but both margins were modest. Before that, they lost at home to MK Holon (30-37) and away to Hapoel Ashdod (27-32). Over five recent matches across all competitions, they have averaged 29.6 goals for and 33.4 against, a concerning defensive profile. The European Cup loss to Bern (25-40) exposed their limitations at the highest level, yet their domestic form has steadied.
Head-to-head
No head-to-head record is available between these sides.
Key factors
Herzliya's attacking threat is the primary concern for Maccabi. The hosts have scored 36+ goals in three of their last four league games and possess the firepower to run away early. Maccabi's defence has conceded over 30 goals in four of their last five outings, and they will struggle to contain Herzliya's pace and precision. Conversely, Maccabi's recent wins show they can score under pressure—both victories came on the road against organised opponents. If they can stay within striking distance at half-time, they have a chance to trouble the hosts. Herzliya's narrow win over Ashdod is a caution: they do not always dominate weaker sides convincingly, and Maccabi may find pockets of space on the counter. The gap in league position (third versus seventh) and points (8 versus 4) is substantial, but Maccabi's two-game winning streak means they arrive with momentum rather than despair.
Prediction
Herzliya are clear favourites. They lead in points, recent form, and average scoring rate. Maccabi's defence is porous, and Herzliya's attack has been prolific. The model expects Herzliya to prevail, with a predicted scoreline of 36-29. However, the cautionary note is warranted: Maccabi have shown they can score goals and stay competitive in recent matches, and Herzliya's defence has been breached regularly. This is not a mismatch; it is a contest where the favourite has a significant but not overwhelming edge.
Back Bnei Herzliya to win. They are strong favourites and should have enough quality to secure the points. Maccabi Tel Aviv are improving but still vulnerable, particularly in defence. Expect a Herzliya victory, though Maccabi's attacking capability means the margin may not be decisive.
Match info
Tournaments:
Division 1(2026)
Type
League
Statistics
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Recent Form
Bnei Herzliya
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Maccabi Tel Aviv (Isr)
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  MK Holon | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| 2 |  Maccabi Le Zion | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| 3 |  Hapoel Le Zion | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| 4 |  Bnei Herzliya | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| 5 |  Ramat Hasharon | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 6 |  Hapoel Ashdod | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 7 |  Maccabi Tel Aviv | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 8 |  Maccabi Avishai Motzkin | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| 9 |  Hapoel Arad | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 10 |  Hapoel Kiriyat | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 11 |  Nes Tziona | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 12 |  MK Beer Sheva | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 13 |  Rehovot | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
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