Prediction Maccabi Haifa vs Ashdod 2025/2026 season – Betting Tips for the Ligat ha'Al on 15/09/2025

Match preview — Haifa looks to consolidate at the Sammy Ofer

The Sammy Ofer Stadium will be buzzing on 15 September when Maccabi Haifa welcome Ashdod for a third-round clash in the 2025/2026 Ligat ha'Al regular season. Haifa arrive with the weight of expectation: sitting second in the early table with four points from two matches, they have shown an ability to score — four goals at home — while keeping clean sheets at their own ground. Ashdod, positioned sixth with three points, have been more erratic on the road; their away numbers show two goals scored and one conceded, but their form reads as mixed with draws and narrow defeats peppering recent results.

Recent form and head-to-head

Both sides arrive off contrasting momentum swings. Maccabi Haifa’s short-term record is jagged — a big 4-0 win sits alongside several defeats in recent friendlies and competitive fixtures — yet their domestic form has produced a tight defensive outline at home, reflected in two clean sheets from their most recent home outings. Ashdod’s run offers resilience; they have collected points in varied ways but have been guilty of conceding in the decisive moments, as shown by their recent 1-2 loss to Bnei Sakhnin. A glance back at the latest league meeting earlier in 2025 shows Ashdod came away with a 2-1 victory at Haifa, proving they can be dangerous, but this autumn fixture feels tilted towards the home side given current league positioning and venue advantage.

Key statistics and what to expect

Statistically the contest promises to be tight in terms of attacking intent: Haifa average 16.5 shots with seven on target across home outings, while Ashdod are not far behind in total attempts and dangerous attacks. Crucially, Haifa have yet to concede at home this season, and their corners and attacking averages suggest they will control phases of the match inside Ashdod’s box. The market reflects this: bookmakers price a Haifa win at 1.45, implying a strong home favourite with roughly 69% implied probability. Ashdod’s away odds climb to 6.00, underlining the perceived challenge of taking anything from this trip.

Final flourish — this should be an entertaining match where Haifa carry the burden of favouritism but must avoid complacency. Expect a proactive home side, and a visiting team that will look to hit on the counter and make set-pieces count. The tempo should be brisk, but the balance of the numbers and venue edge point firmly in one direction.

Betting suggestion (1x2): Back Maccabi Haifa to win. The 1.45 price reflects the home team’s superior league position, clean-sheet record at Sammy Ofer, and market confidence; it is the clearest value on the data provided.