Hapoel Jerusalem Mounts Stunning Comeback for First League Win
Hapoel Jerusalem secured their first victory of the season in the Israeli Premier League with a dramatic 4-2 win over Hapoel Kiryat Shmona. The team, managed by Lior Zada, trailed 0-1 at halftime but staged a remarkable comeback in the second half.
In a stunning 21-minute spell after the break, Hapoel Jerusalem scored four goals, overturning the deficit twice. Idoko was a standout performer, netting a brace against his former team. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Hapoel Jerusalem, who had only scored two goals in the league prior to this match, and lifts them to three points for the season. Hapoel Kiryat Shmona, managed by Guy Luzon, suffered their second loss of the season.
The match took place at the Rehovot Stadium. Hapoel Jerusalem's win was their first of the current league campaign.
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