Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Tough Champions League Qualifiers Against Vikingur and Red Star Belgrade or Larne

Hapoel Be'er Sheva has learned its potential path in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, revealing a challenging route ahead. The Israeli champions will first face Icelandic side Vikingur Reykjavik in the second qualifying round. If they advance, they will meet the winner of the third-round tie between Red Star Belgrade from Serbia and Larne from Northern Ireland.

Red Star Belgrade is a storied club with a rich European history and a passionate home crowd, making them a formidable opponent. Larne, while considered an underdog, has recently established itself in Northern Irish football. This draw presents Hapoel Be'er Sheva with a significant challenge but also an opportunity to progress further in European competition.

Before contemplating these potential matchups, Hapoel Be'er Sheva must focus on overcoming Vikingur. Success in these qualifiers is crucial for securing a meaningful European campaign this season. Notably, Red Star Belgrade features players familiar to Israeli fans, including Israeli internationals Mohammed Abu Fani and Omri Glazer. Additionally, former Hapoel Tel Aviv player Louizos Louizo recently transferred to Red Star, adding further Israeli connections to the upcoming fixtures.