Beitar Jerusalem vs Ironi Kiryat Shmona — form, head-to-head and match prediction
Our model makes Beitar Jerusalem the pick at 66% for Beitar Jerusalem vs Ironi Kiryat Shmona. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
The fixture at a glance
Beitar Jerusalem face Ironi Kiryat Shmona on 31 October 2026 at Taddi Malcha, Jerusalem. Beitar Jerusalem are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 66%. This matchday 9 fixture in Ligat Ha'al is listed as Beitar Jerusalem - Ironi Kiryat Shmona. Kick-off is 13:00 UTC.
Form analysis and trajectory
Beitar Jerusalem: they come in on the back of a win, following three wins and one draw before that. That is four wins, one draw and no defeats from the last five, worth 13 points. It leaves them unbeaten in five. Their 2025-season record in our dataset (29 scored and 18 conceded in 15 matches, 1.93 and 1.2 per game) points to strong attacking output with occasional defensive lapses. That is reflected in a form rating of 69.1 out of 100, and they sit 5th on a goal difference of +3.
Ironi Kiryat Shmona: they come in on five defeats in a row. That is no wins, no draws and five defeats from the last five, worth 0 points. It leaves them winless in five. Their 2025-season record in our dataset (16 scored and 15 conceded in nine matches, 1.78 and 1.67 per game) points to a fairly even balance between the two ends of the pitch. That is reflected in a form rating of 22.5 out of 100, and they sit 13th on a goal difference of -10.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Beitar Jerusalem | Ironi Kiryat Shmona |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 5th | 13th |
| Goal difference | +3 | -10 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | WDWWW | LLLLL |
| Points from last 5 | 13 | 0 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 10 / 2 | 1 / 10 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 3 | 0 |
| Matches in our dataset (2025 season) | 15 | 9 |
| Goals per game, scored / conceded (2025) | 1.93 / 1.2 | 1.78 / 1.67 |
| Points per game (2025) | 1.8 | 1.44 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 69.1 | 22.5 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 66% | 15% |
Key match insights
- Pre-match form ratings: Beitar Jerusalem 69.1 versus Ironi Kiryat Shmona 22.5, a gap of 46.6, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Table gap: Eight places separate them, the kind of margin that usually shows in the first twenty minutes.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 3.00, over 2.5 goals at 70% and both teams to score at 61%.
- First goal: Leans Beitar Jerusalem's way at 68%.
The call
The model leans firmly towards Beitar Jerusalem at 66%, a gap of 46 percentage points to the next outcome. Beitar Jerusalem's form line and home advantage back it and the goals line points to over 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Beitar Jerusalem's way, especially at Taddi Malcha.
Everything here is model output and a reading of the form rather than a guarantee — the probabilities are published in full so the reasoning behind the call is visible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Beitar Jerusalem or Ironi Kiryat Shmona?
Beitar Jerusalem, with an implied win probability of roughly 66%. The full split is 66% Beitar Jerusalem, 19% the draw and 15% Ironi Kiryat Shmona.
When and where is Beitar Jerusalem vs Ironi Kiryat Shmona being played?
31 October 2026 at Taddi Malcha, Jerusalem, kick-off 13:00 UTC.
Have Beitar Jerusalem and Ironi Kiryat Shmona met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Beitar Jerusalem and Ironi Kiryat Shmona?
Beitar Jerusalem have taken 13 points from their last five (WDWWW), Ironi Kiryat Shmona 0 from theirs (LLLLL). Most recently Beitar Jerusalem took a 1-0 win away at Hapoel Petah Tikva and Ironi Kiryat Shmona a 0-1 defeat at home to Bnei Sakhnin.
How many goals are expected in Beitar Jerusalem vs Ironi Kiryat Shmona?
The model's combined scoring line is 3.00 — 1.40 for Beitar Jerusalem and 1.60 for Ironi Kiryat Shmona. It rates over 2.5 goals at 70%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 61%, so its call is yes.