Maccabi Herzliya U19 Dominate Hapoel Rishon Lezion Yehuda U19 3-0 in Israel Youth League

Maccabi Herzliya U19 produced a clinical away performance to defeat Hapoel Rishon Lezion Yehuda U19 3-0 in the Israel Youth League on 16 May 2026. The match, which kicked off at 15:45, saw the visitors control proceedings from the first whistle and secure a comprehensive victory that strengthens their position in the league table.

Maccabi Herzliya opened the scoring in the 15th minute when striker Noam Cohen headed home a precise cross from the right wing. The goal settled the away side, and they doubled their lead just before the interval. Midfielder Tal Bar levelled a powerful shot from 20 yards that flew into the bottom corner, leaving the Hapoel goalkeeper helpless.

The second half continued in the same vein. Maccabi Herzliya U19 dominated possession and created several chances. The third goal came in the 63rd minute when winger Omer Adi cut inside and finished calmly after a swift counter-attack. Hapoel Rishon Lezion Yehuda U19 tried to mount a response but lacked the creativity to break down a well-organized Maccabi defense.

The 3-0 win keeps Maccabi Herzliya U19 in the top three of the Israel Youth League, while Hapoel Rishon Lezion Yehuda U19 remain in the lower half. The visitors' disciplined display and attacking efficiency will give them confidence as the season enters its final phase.