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Hapoel Tel Aviv Triumphs Over Hapoel Jerusalem in Premier League Clash
2/18/2026, 11:48:17 PM
Match Overview: Hapoel Tel Aviv vs. Hapoel Jerusalem
In a recent Israel Premier League match, Hapoel Tel Aviv secured a 3-1 victory against Hapoel Jerusalem, with Stav Turiel playing a pivotal role by scoring two goals. The match, held at Hapoel Tel Aviv's home ground, saw Turiel convert a penalty after Loizos Loizou was fouled in the box, giving the Reds a 1-0 lead just before halftime. Turiel then extended the lead to 2-0 by heading in a throw-in from Marcus Coco, assisted by Andrian Kraev. Hapoel Jerusalem's Marko Rakonjac managed to reduce the deficit with a powerful shot, but Emmanuel Boateng's goal restored the two-goal cushion for Hapoel Tel Aviv, sealing the win.
Coaches' Perspectives
Hapoel Tel Aviv's head coach, Elyaniv Barda, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance, noting that they could have decided the match earlier. He acknowledged the pressure they faced after conceding a goal but credited the support of 25,000 fans for their victory. Conversely, Hapoel Jerusalem's coach, Ziv Arie, reflected on the disruption caused by conceding two quick goals, stating that while they managed to respond, the loss was disappointing.
Other Matches: Hapoel Beersheba and Maccabi Tel Aviv
In another match, Hapoel Beersheba maintained its position at the top of the league by edging Ashdod SC 2-1. Coach Ron Kozuk highlighted the team's hunger for success following last season's near-championship finish. Ashdod's coach, Avi Avinu, lamented missed opportunities, emphasizing the disappointment of not capitalizing on their chances.
Meanwhile, Maccabi Tel Aviv faced Beitar Jerusalem in a goalless draw. Beitar's coach, Barak Itzhaki, expressed disappointment over not securing three points despite dominating the match. Maccabi Tel Aviv's coach, Ronny Deila, acknowledged the need for greater intensity from his team, viewing the match as a valuable learning experience.
Additional Highlights from the League
Maccabi Haifa achieved a decisive 4-0 victory over Bnei Sakhnin, with standout performances from Manuel Benson, who assisted on two goals. Haifa's coach, Barak Bachar, praised the team's performance, noting the importance of scoring early to set the tone for the match. Hapoel Haifa also secured a narrow 1-0 win against Hapoel Petah Tikva, with Alon Turgeman scoring the only goal.
In other fixtures, Kiryat Shmona and Ironi Tiberias played to a 2-2 draw, while Maccabi Netanya triumphed over Maccabi Bnei Reineh with a commanding 4-0 scoreline, all goals coming in the first half.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Hapoel Tel Aviv head coach Elyaniv Barda said: “We could have decided the match earlier as we scored two goals that opened up the game.” — Elyaniv Barda, Head Coach of Hapoel Tel Aviv
- “ Hapoel Jerusalem coach Ziv Arie added: “The game was going in the direction we wanted, but we conceded two quick goals that disrupted it.” — Ziv Arie, Head Coach of Hapoel Jerusalem
- “Beersheba coach Ron Kozuk said: “We spoke about how tough this match was going to be and we weren’t able to do what we had wanted to in this game.” — Ron Kozuk, Head Coach of Hapoel Beersheba
- “We are very disappointed because we had so many chances against a team like Beersheba and we weren’t able to take advantage of them.” — Avi Avinu, Head Coach of Ashdod SC
This matchday showcased the competitive nature of the Israel Premier League, with teams vying for crucial points as the season progresses.
