Ironi Tiberias vs Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona prediction and betting tips on December 31, 2024

Game Prediction

On December 31, 2024, the 16th round of the Israeli Premier League will feature a match between Ironi Tiberias and Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona. As newcomers to the top division, both teams will look to secure a vital win in this direct clash.
Our prediction for Ironi Tiberias vs Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona:
Last season, both teams played in the Liga Leumit, where they finished as the best teams. The "Blue and Whites" finished second, while Kiryat Shmona, who left the top division in 2023, managed to secure victory at a lower level.
Eliran Hudeda's side has struggled at the new level. They have recently suffered six defeats in seven matches, including four consecutive losses. Their only notable result was a draw with Maccabi Haifa at home. After that, they managed a 1-1 draw against Beitar away.
Shay Barda's team had a better start, fighting to stay in the upper half of the standings. After a difficult opening with five losses in seven matches, they turned things around, winning five of their last six games. Their only defeat came against Hapoel Be'er Sheva earlier this month, losing 1-5. However, they managed a hard-fought 3-2 win over Ashdod.
Key statistics and trends:
- Ironi Tiberias has not won in their last 11 matches.
- 27% of Ironi Tiberias' matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 1.73.
- Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona has won six of their last eight matches.
- 47% of Kiryat Shmona's matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 2.53.
Possible lineups:
Ironi Tiberias (Possible lineup): Tenenbaum – Veava, Bachu, Shapso – Belilty, Zaarura, Botaka, Teper, Abu-Akel, Konstantini – Belenkiy
Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona (Possible lineup): Elyasi – Elder Lopes, Blorian, Miguel Vitor, Mizrahi, Stoyanov – Kangva, Ventura, Peretz – Biton, Garita
Head-to-head:
In the last three head-to-head encounters, Kiryat Shmona has won twice, with one draw.
Free prediction for Ironi Tiberias vs Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona:
The odds are nearly equal for both teams. However, the visitors have shown more convincing results, so we recommend betting on them with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.83).
Place your bet for the upcoming match and follow your team's progress in the Israeli Premier League standings.
