Hapoel Tel Aviv Dominates Maccabi Tel Aviv to Win Toto Cup

Hapoel Tel Aviv secured their first Toto Cup title since 2002, defeating archrivals Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-0 in the final on Thursday, October 29, 2026. The victory marks the club's second Toto Cup win in its history. Player Daniel Dafah was a standout performer, with social media users praising his exceptional play and calling him "underrated." Coach Eliniv Brada also received significant acclaim, with one user describing him as "the most underrated person in Israeli football, as a player and as a coach." Another user lauded Brada's tactical approach, calling it "chess by Brada."

Social media reactions highlighted Dafah's impactful performance, with several posts noting his return and strong play. One user exclaimed, "Daniel Dafah returned for everything tonight!" Another commented on his transformation, stating, "Dafah is slowly becoming a great striker, pressing excellently and winning many battles." The team's overall performance was praised, with specific mention of other players like Falcao, described as "the best defensive midfielder in the league," and Lindahl, whose absence in a previous derby was noted.