Beitar Jerusalem claimed a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over Hapoel Kiryat Shmona in the Israel Premier League on January 5, 2026. The win was a valuable one for the visitors, who showed character to come from behind and secure all three points. Hapoel Kiryat Shmona started strongly and took a deserved lead in the first half. Beitar Jerusalem regrouped after the break, finding an equalizer before scoring a late winner to snatch the victory in dramatic fashion. The match result was a significant boost for Beitar Jerusalem's aspirations in the upper half of the league table, demonstrating their resilience on the road. For Hapoel Kiryat Shmona, it was a cruel defeat after a promising performance, leaving them to rue missed opportunities to close out the game.