Halaily's Long Pass Changes Game in Standard Liège's 3-3 Draw Against Bodø/Glimt

In a high-paced match on August 4, 2026, Standard Liège and Bodø/Glimt ended in a 3-3 draw, with the Belgian Cup holders conceding a late goal that kept the tie open ahead of the second leg. The standout moment came from Anan Halaily, who started for the first time this season after previously coming off the bench in the Belgian Super Cup. Near his own penalty area just before halftime, Halaily delivered a precise long ball about 20 meters to Guilherme Smith, sparking a swift counterattack that led to Raoul Floroz's equalizing goal.

Halaily's performance was praised as he "proved his worth" upon returning to the starting lineup. Despite this, Standard Liège missed a golden opportunity to secure a home win and gain a significant advantage for the upcoming return match. Should Standard Liège advance, they will face the winner of the Olympiacos versus Næstved tie in the next round of the Champions League qualifiers.