Maccabi Tel Aviv Overcomes Early Goal to Defeat Hapoel Jerusalem 5-2 in Season Opener
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Maccabi Tel Aviv overcame an early goal to beat Hapoel Jerusalem 5-2 in the Israeli Premier League opener on August 23, 2026, highlighted by Dor Peretz's hat-trick and a late red card for Jerusalem.
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- Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Jerusalem 5-2 in the league opener on August 23, 2026.
- Vitali Damshkan scored for Jerusalem after 38 seconds, but Maccabi quickly equalized and took control.
- Dor Peretz scored a hat-trick, including a penalty before halftime and two second-half goals.
- Saeed Abu Farhi scored and replaced red-carded Ofek Malika as goalkeeper late in the match.
- Maccabi showed strong attacking play and resilience after a poor performance in Switzerland.
- The match featured injuries and a rare outfield player goalkeeper substitution due to a red card.
Maccabi Tel Aviv staged a strong comeback to defeat Hapoel Jerusalem 5-2 in the opening match of the Israeli Premier League on August 23, 2026. The game began dramatically with Vitali Damshkan scoring for Jerusalem after just 38 seconds, giving them an early lead. However, Maccabi quickly regained control, with Roy Revivo equalizing in the 24th minute.
Just before halftime, Dor Peretz scored from the penalty spot to put Maccabi ahead, and he continued his impressive performance by completing a hat-trick with goals in the 63rd and 71st minutes. Saeed Abu Farhi also contributed a goal in the 68th minute, entering the game as a substitute goalkeeper after Ofek Malika was sent off with a red card late in the match. Abu Farhi conceded a free kick from Hoad Almog during stoppage time.
The match was eventful, including an injury to Varla and a red card that forced Maccabi to use an outfield player as goalkeeper. Despite the early setback, Maccabi Tel Aviv, the reigning cup holders, showed resilience and attacking prowess, converting their chances effectively after a disappointing performance in Switzerland. Coach Kenny Miller and his squad can take encouragement from their ability to produce and finish scoring opportunities in this high-tempo encounter.
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