An intriguing matchup between an upper-bracket team and a mid-table rival (ranked 4th in the Promotion ~ Leumit League (Promotion Group: ) and 9th in the Leumit League (Relegation Group: )).
In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hapoel Ra`anana won 1.
Each of the two teams is seeking greater consistency after recent ups and downs.
Hapoel Ra`anana is expected to hold a slight competitive edge in this match.
In the last 12 head-to-head meetings, Hapoel Ra`anana has recorded 4 wins, 7 draws, and 1 loss, with a goal aggregate of 18:11 (averaging 1.5:0.9 goals per game).
Specifically in home fixtures for Hapoel Ra`anana against this opponent, the record stands at 1 win, 5 draws, and 1 loss, with 8:7 goals (averaging 1.1:1 per game).