Israeli Premier League Returns With Key Victories for Hapoel Beersheba and Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Be'er Sheva secured its third consecutive league victory, defeating Ironi Tiberias 2-0 in Netanya, where Tiberias is playing while awaiting the completion of its home stadium. The win temporarily moved Hapoel Be'er Sheva to third place in the standings. New signings Joao Victor and Amankwaa Forson scored the goals, with Forson also providing an assist. Despite the win, coach Kozuch criticized the team's lack of intelligence on the field, stating they got caught up in Tiberias's chaotic play instead of moving the ball effectively.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is now preparing for a demanding schedule of eight games in under a month, including a Europa League match against AZ Alkmaar. Coach Kozuch expressed ambition for the European campaign, while goalkeeper Ofir Marciano expressed sadness over the absence of fans due to the complex situation.

In another Matchday 6 fixture, Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Ironi Kiryat Shmona 3-1 in Netanya. The victory ended Hapoel Tel Aviv's streak of five away games without a win and temporarily propelled the team to second place in the league standings.