Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins First Super Cup Title, Yam Madar Named MVP
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 101-83 on Thursday to win their first-ever Super Cup title, marking a strong start to the 2026/27 season. The Yellows took control of the game before halftime and maintained a significant lead throughout the second half, securing a convincing victory over their city rivals.
The team, who also won the championship less than three months prior, will now turn their attention to the EuroLeague. In exactly one week, coach Oded Katash's squad will begin their European campaign with an away game against Villeurbanne, hoping to carry their winning momentum.
Yam Madar, who transferred from Hapoel to Maccabi Tel Aviv this summer, was a central figure in the game. He scored 13 points, dished out 7 assists, and made a remarkable half-court shot. Madar was named the game's MVP and celebrated his first title with his new team.
"It's really, really fun. We played well for this stage of the season. I'm happy about the win, especially for the fans," Madar said. "I was on the other side and I know the significance of this game. It was a long summer and I'm happy about the decision I made. The fans' support is not taken for granted, I appreciate it and will work as hard as possible to repay it on the court."
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