Maccabi Netanya Edges Kiryat Shmona 1:0 to Snap Winless Run

Maccabi Netanya secured a crucial 1:0 victory over Ironi Kiryat Shmona, breaking a four-match winless streak. The hard-fought win temporarily lifts the team to sixth place in the standings and marks their first clean sheet since the opening matchday of the season.

Manager Rony Levy's side relied on strong performances from their foreign contingent, particularly Romanian midfielder Gabriel Simion, who shone in his first start since signing with the club. Goalkeeper Samuel Silva and defender Olivier Verdon also drew praise for locking down the defensive line.

"This victory was like parting the Red Sea," club officials said after the match. "We have an excellent squad and desperately needed this win, even if the performance wasn't at its absolute best. This time, we managed to keep a clean sheet and score on the other end."

Meanwhile, midfielder Maor Levy was left out of the squad following a disciplinary suspension after liking a social media video calling for Rony Levy's resignation. He issued an apology and will face an internal disciplinary hearing. Midfielder Dolev Haziza also missed the match due to recurring pain in his injured foot.