Maccabi Bnei Reineh pulled off a minor upset, defeating Hapoel Kiryat Shmona 2-1 in the Israel Ligat Al Toto Cup on Wednesday, July 30th, 2025. The pre-season cup match, kicking off at 00:45, saw Bnei Reineh come from behind or hold their nerve to secure a passage to the next stage. Kiryat Shmona, the more established top-flight side, would have been favored, but Bnei Reineh's determined performance earned them a notable victory. The match process featured an early goal, a response, and then a decisive strike that decided the cup tie. This result eliminates Hapoel Kiryat Shmona from the Toto Cup early, which is a blow to their pre-season preparations and trophy hopes. For Maccabi Bnei Reineh, it's a significant confidence-building win against a Liga Leumit rival. The Kiryat Shmona manager will face questions about his team's readiness for the new season.