Maccabi Netanya are set to host Hapoel Petah Tikva in an upcoming Israel Premier League match on January 1st, 2026. Historically, encounters between these two teams have been marked by intense competition and attacking play, promising an exciting contest for fans. In their last three meetings, Maccabi Netanya have managed a record of two wins and one loss. Notably, Maccabi Netanya secured a comeback victory against Hapoel Petah Tikva earlier this season in the Super Cup. Maccabi Netanya's squad boasts an average age of just 24, indicating a youthful and dynamic team. They employ a flexible tactical approach, combining high pressing with counter-attacking strategies and adapting their formation based on the opponent, with systems such as 4-4-2 diamond, 4-3-3, and 4-2-3-1 all being proficiently utilised. Their ability to transition quickly between attack and defence is a key strength, with an impressive 89% execution rate for counter-attacks. They excel at launching swift attacks, capitalising on rapid midfield distribution and demonstrate strong passing and possession skills (Tiki-taka execution rate of 86%). Offensively, they favour an open style, with both teams scoring in approximately 80% of their matches. Their attacking approach combines wing play with central penetration. Defensively, they rely on collective defending, though they occasionally show vulnerabilities against more physically imposing opponents, leading to a relatively high number of goals conceded per game. Recommendation: Over 3 goals