Match context and momentum
Bloomfield Stadium in Petah Tikva will host a Liga Leumit clash where struggling Maccabi Kabilio Jaffa welcome a confident Kafr Qasim on 09/01/2026. The scoreboard and league table tell a clear story: Jaffa sit 15th with just 15 points from 17 games and have slipped into a run of inconsistent results, while Kafr Qasim occupy a much healthier fourth place and arrive with momentum from recent wins. Form lines underline the contrast — Jaffa have more defeats than anyone would like, and their defensive numbers at home are concerning, having conceded 20 goals on their own turf this season. By contrast, Kafr Qasim have been hard to beat, collecting seven wins and six draws across 17 fixtures and keeping six clean sheets overall, a sign of a disciplined unit capable of grinding out results away from home.
Tactical picture and statistical clues
There are two threads worth pulling when sizing up this encounter. First, Maccabi Kabilio Jaffa’s matches frequently produce goals; they’ve recorded a high over-2.5 rate, and their home fixtures show a tendency for open encounters. That flair has not always translated into points, though — Jaffa have shipped a lot of goals and managed only two clean sheets at home. Second, Kafr Qasim combine attacking efficiency with defensive resilience. They’ve scored steadily and conceded less overall than Jaffa, and importantly registered a 4-2 victory over Jaffa earlier in the season, a direct reminder of their capacity to both score and control the game.
Bookmakers reflect that balance. The match odds give the away side the slight nod, with Kafr Qasim priced around 2.45 while Jaffa are quoted near 2.62 and the draw sits at 3.20. Those numbers suggest a competitive fixture where the bookies see value on the visitors but also respect the potential for goals and drama.
What to expect
Expect Kafr Qasim to approach this game with solidity and the confidence to press for a result early. Jaffa, under pressure in the table and at home, may open up trying to chase points, which could play into Kafr Qasim’s hands on the counter and in transitional moments. Given the teams’ recent meetings and Jaffa’s home defensive record, the match is likelier to swing in favour of the visitors if they keep their shape and avoid complacency.
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Betting suggestion Given form, head-to-head history, defensive contrasts and market pricing, the cleanest value here is a 1X2 pick: Kafr Qasim to win at approximately 2.45. This selection balances risk and reward — the visitors have the form, better defensive numbers and previous success versus Jaffa this season. Stake with moderation and consider combining this with a small goals market hedge if you prefer added safety.
