Hapoel Kfar Saba 0-2 Kiryat Yam SC: Clinical Away Performance in Israel Leumit League

Kfar Saba, Israel – 12 May 2026 – Kiryat Yam SC earned an impressive 2-0 away victory over Hapoel Kfar Saba in the Israel Leumit League. The result lifts Kiryat Yam closer to the promotion play-off spots, while Hapoel remain stuck in the lower half of the table.

The visitors took the lead in the 14th minute with a well-worked set piece. A corner was met by an unmarked header that powered into the net. Hapoel tried to respond, but their attacks lacked precision. Kiryat Yam doubled their advantage just after the hour mark when a swift counter-attack left the home defence exposed, and the finish was clinical.

Key Moments

• 14′ – Goal Kiryat Yam: Floated corner, powerful header from the centre-back.
• 68′ – Goal Kiryat Yam: Fast break down the right, cross, tap-in at the far post.
• 83′ – Hapoel chance: Long-range shot forced a fine save from the Kiryat Yam goalkeeper.

Tactical Story

Hapoel Kfar Saba dominated possession (62%) but lacked creativity in the final third. Kiryat Yam sat deep, absorbing pressure and hitting on the break. The visitors’ discipline in defence and efficiency in attack proved decisive.

Season Impact

Kiryat Yam SC climb to sixth place, three points off the promotion play-off zone. Hapoel Kfar Saba drop to 11th, now winless in four matches. The pressure will mount on the home side’s coach as the season enters its decisive phase.