RAMAT GAN, Israel (Interstat) — Hap Ram HaSharon defeated Hap Kfar Shalem 2-1 in a Liga Leumit match on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Ramat Gan Stadium. Ramat Gan Stadium, which has a capacity of over 13,000, provided the setting for the contest. The home team seized the early initiative, scoring in the sixth minute when Ebenezer Mamatah found the back of the net to give his side a 1-0 lead. Hap Kfar Shalem responded well and equalized in the 31st minute through a goal from Yuval Sason, leveling the contest at 1-1. The match then remained evenly poised until the 48th minute, when Ezekiel Henty struck to put Hap Ram HaSharon ahead once again, this time for good. The visitors pressed for another equalizer but were unable to breach the home team’s defense. Hap Ram HaSharon held on for the victory, improving to 1-0 in the Liga Leumit and across all competitions. Hap Kfar Shalem, meanwhile, dropped to 0-1 in both. The game was the season opener for both clubs in Israel’s second-tier football league. The win marked a positive start for Hap Ram HaSharon, while Hap Kfar Shalem will look to rebound in their next match.