Maccabi Tel Aviv’s beats Maccabi Haifa 3-1 in Clasico, Maccabi Netanya crushes Beitar Jerusalem
"We could have pressed more and been more aggressive, we could have done a better job against a team like Maccabi Tel Aviv who were coming off a tough loss," Haifa coach Barak Bachar said.
Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a 3-1 victory over Maccabi Haifa in Sunday night's Israeli Clasico. Dor Peretz scored twice, including a penalty after Helio Varela was tripped in the box, while Osher Davida added the third goal for the hosts. Eitan Azulay's consolation penalty was insufficient to prevent Maccabi Tel Aviv from earning the three points at Bloomfield Stadium.
Maccabi Tel Aviv coach Kenny Miller acknowledged the team's improved performance but admitted the pressure from Haifa in the second half. Haifa coach Barak Bachar criticized his team's defensive lapses and lack of aggression, particularly after conceding an early penalty. Meanwhile, Maccabi Netanya delivered a stunning 4-1 win against Beitar Jerusalem, with Matheus Davo scoring a second-half hat trick.
Netanya's head coach Almog Cohen praised his team's execution after a goalless first half draw. Hapoel Beersheba edged out Hapoel Ramat Gan 2-1, with Eliel Peretz securing the winning goal in injury time. Hapoel Haifa suffered a cruel 0-0 draw with Hapoel Tel Aviv, while Hapoel Petah Tikva triumphed 1-0 against Hapoel Jerusalem, with Karim Kimvuidi scoring the lone goal.
Ironi Kiryat Shmona and Ironi Tiberias also secured wins, with scores of 2-0 and 2-1 respectively. Lastly, Maccabi Petah Tikva defeated Bnei Sakhnin 2-1, with Owusu and Hazan netting the winning goals.
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