Maccabi Haifa and Hapoel Jerusalem meet on Saturday, Jan 16 at 7:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Premier League. Maccabi Haifa hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Maccabi Haifa come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Hapoel Jerusalem travel in mixed form (2W 1D 2L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

In 10 previous meetings, Maccabi Haifa lead 4–2 with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Maccabi Haifa look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Hapoel Jerusalem will make it uncomfortable. Maccabi Haifa to win.