Hapoel Be'er Sheva Players Feel Pride and Regret After Europa League Draw

Hapoel Be'er Sheva players expressed mixed emotions following their 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in their opening Europa League match. While acknowledging the strength of their Croatian opponent, a club considered a powerhouse in European football, the Israeli team felt they were the superior side and deserved a victory.

A player from the team stated, "On one hand, pride, on the other, a missed opportunity." He added that despite missing several players, they played their characteristic style of football and represented Israeli soccer with pride. However, the feeling of a missed chance lingered because, in a game where they dominated, they should have secured a win.

The club is optimistic about their European campaign, believing this draw is the start of an impressive journey. They are confident they can achieve further points and victories in the tournament, provided they stick to their playing principles. This performance also served as a positive response to a recent league defeat, with the team having secured a win in their subsequent domestic match with a depleted squad.

Players also received individual praise, with Amankwaa Forson highlighted for his high-level performance and potential to become one of the league's best foreign players once he integrates further with his teammates. Miguel Vítor was commended for his excellent defensive game, Niv Yehoshua for his contributions, and Guy Mzerahi for a solid and stable defensive performance.

Following the match, the team departed from Bucharest, Romania, with the immediate focus shifting to their next domestic league game. The club emphasized the need for a quick recovery and a strong response with a win against Kiryat Shmona to head into the international break on a positive note.