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Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv Predictions, Picks & Odds – 12/08/2026
Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv – Best bets of the match
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Katowice face a daunting task at Stadion Rozwoj, trailing 2-0 on aggregate in their maiden European campaign. Their recent domestic form has been inconsistent, with two losses in their last three outings. Still, this is a side capable of producing fireworks at home, as their previous qualifying round showed when they hammered Zilina 3-1 with 22 shots and dominant possession. They must channel that attacking intent again, converting chances with far greater clinical precision.
Hapoel Tel Aviv arrive in Poland holding a comfortable cushion after a controlled first-leg display. Their recent form reads impressively, with two wins and a draw from their last three matches. Manager Elyaniv Barda has warned his squad against complacency, noting the tie is not settled. A significant vulnerability exists, however: Hapoel have been winless in 16 of their last 20 away fixtures across all competitions, and that travel sickness could prove costly against desperate hosts.
Katowice need at least two goals without conceding to force extra time, and their home record offers a sliver of hope. Two wins from three at Stadion Rozwoj, including a 3-1 demolition of Zilina where they fired 22 shots, suggest the hosts can generate chances. Backing the double chance 1X, covered by the home win at 1.98, accounts for a scenario where Katowice's attacking intent earns at least a draw on the night.
Hapoel Tel Aviv's away record provides further justification. Winless in 16 of their last 20 away fixtures across all competitions, Elyaniv Barda's side have drawn seven of their last 14 on the road. Clean sheets in 40% of their last 10 away matches show defensive resilience, yet their inability to win away consistently leaves them vulnerable to a spirited home performance.
The visitors hold a commanding aggregate lead and their manager himself warned the tie is not settled. Katowice will adopt a front-foot approach, pressing high and exploiting set pieces. Under 1.74 also merits attention given Hapoel's tendency to grind out low-scoring away results. Odds correct at time of publication. The 1X selection at 1.98 reflects Katowice's capacity to compete at home despite the uphill aggregate battle.
Trends to Know about Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv
- Katowice registered 22 shots at home previously
- Hapoel winless in 16 of 20 away
- Katowice won two of three home games
Form & Statistics: Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv
Katowice
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Hapoel Tel Aviv
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Lineups: Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv
Katowice
Starters
- 1 GK Name
- 2 Klemenz
- 3 Jędrich
- 4 Czerwinski
- 5 Galan
- 6 Wolski
- 7 Lukasik
- 8 Wasielewski
- 9 Markovic
- 10 Zrelak
- 11 Nowak
Absent
- Rafal Straczek (injury)
Hapoel Tel Aviv
Starters
- 1 Assaf Tzur
- 2 Marcus Coco
- 3 Fernand Mayembo
- 4 Chico
- 5 Doron Leidner
- 6 Andrian Kraev
- 7 Falcão
- 8 Stav Turiel
- 9 Omri Altman
- 10 Roee Alkokin
- 11 Emmanuel Boateng
Bench
- Roy Baranes
- Yanal Bazdog
- Tal Archel
- Or Israelov
- Shahar Piven
- Yonatan Ferber
- El Yam Kancepolsky
- Amit Lemkin
- Mor Buskila
- Daniel Dappa
- Roy Korine
- Xande Silva
Low confidence
Hapoel Tel Aviv arrive at this third qualifying round tie with a well-sourced 4-2-3-1, with Emmanuel Boateng leading the line and Falcão pulling strings in the number ten role. Katowice's 3-4-3 shape is speculated from a single source, so treat their structural setup with some caution ahead of kickoff.
The tactical contrast is genuinely interesting: Hapoel's double pivot should offer defensive cover against Katowice's wide attacking trio, where Markovic and Zrelak will look to exploit the channels. The confidence gap in lineup sourcing means the home side's exact shape could shift before the whistle.
Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv Match?
What time is Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv?
Kickoff at Stadion Rozwoj is scheduled for 17:00 local time on 12 August 2026.
Where is Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv being played?
This Europa Conference League third qualifying round second leg takes place at Stadion Rozwoj in Katowice, Poland.
How Can I Watch Katowice vs Hapoel Tel Aviv on TV and Live Stream?
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