Umm al-Fahm Derby Set for October 6 After Postponement
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
The Umm al-Fahm derby between Shabab Umm al-Fahm and Hapoel Umm al-Fahm will take place on October 6, 2026, after being postponed from September 23. The delay was caused by security concerns and a scheduling conflict with a local wedding. Both teams have had mixed results in their recent league matches.
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- Umm al-Fahm derby rescheduled for October 6 after security and scheduling issues.
- Hapoel Umm al-Fahm is undefeated in their last four league games.
- Shabab Umm al-Fahm has not won in their last four league matches.
- Both teams will play league and State Cup matches the following week.
The Umm al-Fahm derby between Shabab Umm al-Fahm and Hapoel Umm al-Fahm is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM at the Salam Stadium in Umm al-Fahm. The match is part of the third-tier league (Liga Alef) for the 2026-2027 season. The stadium, which accommodates approximately 7,000 spectators, serves as the home ground for both teams, with Shabab Umm al-Fahm designated as the home team for this fixture.
Ahead of the derby, Hapoel Umm al-Fahm is undefeated in their last four league matches, with one win and three draws, scoring seven goals and conceding six. Their recent results include a goalless draw on October 1, a 3-3 draw on September 19, a 2-1 win on September 9, and a 2-2 draw on September 5. The club was founded in 1963.
Shabab Umm al-Fahm, conversely, has not won in their last four games, recording three draws and one heavy loss. They have scored two goals and conceded six in this period. Their recent results include a 0-0 draw on October 1, a 1-5 loss on September 18, a 1-1 draw on September 10, and a 0-0 draw on September 6.
Following the derby, both teams will participate in league matches on Saturday, October 10. Shabab Umm al-Fahm will host Hapoel Beit She'an, while Hapoel Umm al-Fahm will play away against Beitar Nahariya. Both teams are also scheduled to play State Cup matches on Monday, October 12.
The derby was originally scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, but was postponed. The delay was due to a request by the police for extensive security arrangements, estimated at 55 security personnel. The original date coincided with a wedding in the area, prompting Shabab Umm al-Fahm's management to request the postponement to ensure adequate security and organizational conditions for the match.