AFULA, Israel (Interstat) — Christian Bella scored in the 53rd minute to lift Hapoel Hadera to a 1-0 victory over Ironi Modi’in on Tuesday in Liga Leumit action at Afula Illit Stadium. The goal was the only tally of the match.

Hapoel Hadera improved to 6-16-9 in league play and 6-20-9 overall. Ironi Modi’in dropped to 8-15-9 in league competition and 9-19-9 across all competitions. The teams had split their previous two meetings this season, with Ironi Modi’in winning 1-0 in January and 3-2 in August 2025.

Hapoel Hadera next hosts Hapoel Afula on Friday, while Ironi Modi’in hosts Mac Kabilio Jaffa on Friday.