Hapoel Be'er Sheva Confirms Joao Victor's Injury Could Sideline Him Long-Term

Hapoel Be'er Sheva announced on July 20 that their new signing, Joao Victor, sustained a partial tear in his hamstring muscle after undergoing an MRI scan. The Brazilian player suffered the injury 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 already begun rehabilitation under the club's medical team, with hopes for a swift recovery. However, the exact duration of his absence remains uncertain and will depend on the severity of the tear. Despite this 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, without Victor in the squad.