Maccabi Netanya currently sits 5th in the league, having secured 7 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses from 15 matches. They've scored 29 goals while conceding 32, showcasing a decent attacking prowess at home but with defensive vulnerabilities. Hapoel Petah Tikva, on the other hand, occupies the 10th position, with a record of 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses in 15 games. Their goal difference is 18 scored and 26 conceded, highlighting their struggles on the road, managing just one win in their last five away fixtures. In their last three encounters, Maccabi Netanya has a slight edge with 2 wins and 1 loss. However, they lost the first league meeting this season 1-3 away, adding motivation to seek revenge in this home game. Maccabi Netanya's attack is spearheaded by Igor Zlatanović, who has contributed 13 goals. They average close to 2 goals per home match. Conversely, Hapoel Petah Tikva struggles offensively on their travels, averaging just 1 goal per game, and their defence also lacks consistency. The betting odds favour Maccabi Netanya, with the home side expected to perform well. A high-scoring game is anticipated. Match outcome probabilities are estimated as: home win 37%-40%, away win 35%-38%, and draw 24%-26%. Maccabi Netanya's defensive issues, with an average of 2.13 goals conceded per game, make them susceptible to counter-attacks. Hapoel Petah Tikva's recent tendency for draws suggests the possibility of a low-scoring stalemate. Maccabi Netanya's chances of winning increase significantly if they control the game's tempo and neutralise their opponent's wing play. Recommended bet: Over 3 goals Correct score predictions: 3-1, 2-2