The State Cup match between Maccabi Tel Aviv FC and Bnei Sakhnin on the 3rd of January was an absolute masterclass from the home team, who scored five goals while effectively nullifying their opponents to keep a clean sheet.

Maccabi Tel Aviv seemed to have had a clear game plan and pressed aggressively from the first whistle, with the first goal coming quickly at just 10 minutes and 4 seconds. The first half was dominated by Tel Aviv as they not only scored three goals, but they also kept their defense solid, limiting Sakhnin to only three corner kicks. The pressure they applied is suggested by the early yellow card received by Sakhnin, just over 20 minutes into the first half.

In the second half, Tel Aviv extended their lead with two more goals, demonstrating a well-maintained stamina and strategy throughout the match. Their offensive prowess was evident by the high number of goals scored, as well as their three offsides, which further suggests their high-intensity and pressing attacking style. This is further evidenced by their 5 corner kicks, emphasizing their control in the opposition's third.

However, the game did get a bit scrappy as evidenced by two yellow cards for each team, with Tel Aviv's two coming in the second half as they looked to defend their considerable lead. Sakhnin's day got worse with the addition of a red card. This not only highlights their disciplinary problems but also the pressure they were under.

Reflecting on the numbers, Maccabi Tel Aviv FC was clearly the better team. They were disciplined, controlled the match, and were far superior in offense, dropping two goals in both halves.

For bettors, this game underlines the strength of Maccabi Tel Aviv FC this season, both in offensive power and disciplined defense. For Bnei Sakhnin, this game might be an indication of their struggle to manage against more aggressively attacking teams and their own disciplinary concerns, as they ended the match a man short due to a red card. These factors would be crucial in future wagering decisions.

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