Former Hapoel Be'er Sheva Player David Hofer Looks Forward to European Clash Against Former Club

Hapoel Be'er Sheva was drawn into the group stage of the UEFA Europa League on August 28, 2026, where they will face several notable teams, including Union Saint-Gilloise, coached by David Hofer. Hofer, a former Hapoel Be'er Sheva player who spent half a season with the club in 2013/14, has been managing Union Saint-Gilloise since October of the previous year. Speaking after the draw, Hofer expressed his respect for his former club, noting that although he does not know the current staff or players, he remains familiar with the club's owner, Alona Barkat. He acknowledged Hapoel Be'er Sheva's rise as a significant force in Israeli football, alongside other strong teams like Beitar Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv. Hofer described the upcoming match as an exciting and special occasion for him personally.