Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins Israeli Super Cup With 3-1 Victory Over Hapoel Be'er Sheva

Maccabi Tel Aviv kicked off the 2026/27 season by capturing the Israeli Super Cup, also known as the Champion of Champions title, with a 3-1 win over reigning league champions Hapoel Be'er Sheva on July 16, 2026. The match, held as the official season opener, saw Maccabi deliver a commanding performance despite missing several key players due to suspensions and absences.

Shagiv Yehezkel was instrumental in the victory, providing three assists, two to Said Abu Farhi (10th and 73rd minutes) and one to Dor Peretz (58th minute). Be'er Sheva's Kings Kangwa briefly equalized in the 15th minute following a setup from Ofir Davidzada, but Maccabi regained and extended their lead in the second half. Despite a red card to Roy Revivo in the 67th minute, Maccabi maintained control and sealed the win.

This triumph marks Maccabi Tel Aviv's ninth Super Cup title and secured their place in the Toto Cup semifinals. Coach Kenny Miller and his squad hope this victory will set a positive tone for the season as they aim to compete for all major Israeli titles. Meanwhile, Hapoel Be'er Sheva struggled to match Maccabi's intensity and creativity, relying heavily on Kangwa and facing concerns after summer signing João Victor suffered an injury during stoppage time.

Overall, Maccabi Tel Aviv's attacking and resilient display, especially from Yehezkel and Abu Farhi, offers optimism for the season ahead, while Be'er Sheva must address their offensive challenges and adapt to high-tempo opponents moving forward.