Ashdod MS and Hapoel Bnei Sakhnin played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their Ligat Al Toto Cup opener on August 17, 2025. The share of the points at the Yud-Alef Stadium was a fair reflection of an evenly matched and competitive cup tie. The match likely saw Ashdod take the lead, only for Sakhnin to hit back, with the teams trading blows throughout the ninety minutes. Both sides had chances to win it late, but neither could find a decisive third goal. The draw gives each team a point to start their Toto Cup group campaign, leaving everything to play for in the subsequent matches. For the managers, there will be positives in the attacking output but concerns over the defensive solidity that allowed two goals each.