Hapoel Be'er Sheva Confirms Joao Victor's Injury After Debut, Faces Extended Absence

Hapoel Be'er Sheva announced on July 20 that their new signing, Joao Victor, suffered a partial tear in his hamstring muscle following an MRI scan. The Brazilian player was injured during his debut appearance in the Champion of Champions match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, where he entered the game in the 59th minute but had to leave after the substitution limit was reached. Victor has begun rehabilitation under the club's medical team, but the exact duration of his absence remains uncertain and depends on the severity of the tear.

Despite the injury setback, Be'er Sheva is preparing for their first UEFA Champions League qualifying match against Icelandic club Vikingur, scheduled for July 21 at 22:00. The club expressed wishes for Victor's speedy recovery and return to the field. This injury poses a challenge for the team as they enter a critical phase of their European campaign without their new acquisition.