Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon preview and prediction
The match
Hapoel Katamon travel to HaMoshava Stadium in the Ligat Ha'al on Saturday 19 September (17:30 WAT) to face Maccabi Petah Tikva. Maccabi Petah Tikva are 9th with 10 points from 10 games (in the bottom half), while Hapoel Katamon sit 10th on 9 points (in the bottom half). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Maccabi Petah Tikva's last 5: LLWWW Most recently they lost to Beitar Jerusalem 1–3 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.8 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Hapoel Katamon's last 5: DWLLW Most recently they drew with Ironi Tiberias 2–2 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 2.0 goals a game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 2 August 2026, finished Hapoel Katamon 1–0 Maccabi Petah Tikva.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.9 goals: 1.9 for Maccabi Petah Tikva and 1.9 for Hapoel Katamon. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 74% likely and both teams score in 57% of our simulations. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 57% chance at odds of 1.91, above our fair price of 1.74, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Maccabi Petah Tikva 1–1 Hapoel Katamon. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Maccabi Petah Tikva38%fair 2.63 · @2.38
Draw24%fair 4.08 · @3.00
Hapoel Katamon37%fair 2.67 · @2.75
3.88Expected goals
1.95Maccabi Petah Tikva xG
1.93Hapoel Katamon xG
57%Both score
74%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–18%
2–18%
1–28%
2–27%
3–15%
1–35%
From our goals model: Maccabi Petah Tikva 1.9 – 1.9 Hapoel Katamon expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 57% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.91.
Who will win Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon?
On our numbers Maccabi Petah Tikva have a 38% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Hapoel Katamon 37%.
How many goals will there be in Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon?
We expect about 3.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 74% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon?
Our predicted score is Maccabi Petah Tikva 1–1 Hapoel Katamon, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.9 goals in total.
When is Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon?
Maccabi Petah Tikva vs Hapoel Katamon (Ligat Ha'al) kicks off on Saturday 19 September 2026 at 17:30 (West Africa Time) at HaMoshava Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
