The first league encounter between the teams was played on 19 December 1931, and the points were shared with a result of 1–1.

[9] Post 1948, Maccabi holds the lead with 62 league victories, opposite 46 Hapoel wins and 59 draws.

This is largely due to the decline of Hapoel Tel Aviv since 2010 which included going into administration and being relegated in 2017, as well as the massive dominance of Maccabi Tel Aviv who won 5 league titles during that time as well as a domestic treble.

When Hapoel Tel Aviv are the home team in the derby gates 10–11, are reserved for fans of Maccabi.

When Maccabi Tel Aviv are the home team, gates 4–5 are reserved for fans of Hapoel.