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Intense Haifa Derby Ends in Draw
Haifa, Israel – A vibrant derby between Hapoel Haifa and Maccabi Haifa concluded in a 1-1 draw at Sammy Ofer Stadium, corresponding to the fourth round of the Ligat Ha’al. Maccabi Haifa dominated possession with 65%, but Hapoel Haifa proved effective in their opportunities.
The match began with intensity, reflected in the early yellow cards for R. Nawi and D. Malul of Hapoel Haifa in the 5th and 6th minutes, respectively. Maccabi Haifa took the lead in the 14th minute with a goal by T. Stewart, assisted by S. Podgoreanu.
However, Hapoel Haifa did not back down and managed to equalize in the 38th minute thanks to a goal by R. Zikri, assisted by O. Biton. The rest of the match was characterized by a contested game in midfield, with numerous fouls and yellow cards for both teams. S. Podgoreanu, S. Goldberg, and D. Haziza were cautioned for Maccabi Haifa, while R. Hatuel and G. Diba joined the list of Hapoel Haifa’s booked players in the final minutes.
Despite Maccabi Haifa’s dominance in possession and attempts, Hapoel Haifa maintained defensive solidity and secured a valuable point in this exciting derby. The match ended with Maccabi Haifa surpassing their rival in total shots (10 against 9) and corners (7 against 2).
Substitutions hapoel haifa: at minute 31 D. Malul came in and T. Arbel went out., at minute 32 L. Angulo came in and O. Biton went out., at minute 63 R. Zikri came in and R. Hatuel went out., at minute 63 R. Ndo came in and Y. Ferber went out., at minute 80 R. Nawi came in and L. Sardal went out.
Substitutions maccabi haifa: at minute 62 A. Mohamed came in and L. Eissat went out., at minute 62 S. Goldberg came in and P. Agba went out., at minute 62 D. Haziza came in and K. Gorre went out., at minute 74 S. Podgoreanu came in and Silva Kani went out., at minute 75 T. Stewart came in and D. Jovanovic went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Hapoel Haifa
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