Maccabi Tel Aviv secured an important 3-1 away victory over Hapoel Jerusalem in the Israel Premier League on January 3, 2026. The win demonstrated Maccabi Tel Aviv's quality and resilience as they came from behind to take all three points. Hapoel Jerusalem started brightly, taking an early lead to the delight of the home fans. However, Maccabi Tel Aviv responded before halftime with an equalizer, shifting the momentum. The visitors dominated the second half, adding two more goals to complete a convincing comeback and secure a vital away win. This match result was a significant boost for Maccabi Tel Aviv's title challenge, keeping them in close pursuit of the league leaders. For Hapoel Jerusalem, it was a case of a promising start unraveling, as they dropped points at home and slipped down the league table.