Be'er Sheva Coach Kozuch Prepares Team for Crucial Champions League Clash Against Red Star Belgrade

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is set to face a decisive second leg match against Red Star Belgrade tomorrow at the Marakana Stadium. The Israeli club holds a 1-0 advantage from the first leg and any result other than a loss will mark a significant achievement and bring them closer to their first-ever Champions League group stage appearance.

Coach Ran Kozuch emphasized the quality of their Serbian opponents, stating that despite the focus on atmosphere and fans, the team’s main challenge is to compete against a very strong side. He highlighted the importance of key player Igor Zlatanovic, describing him as one of the most important players who will need to contribute as he has throughout the past year.

Kozuch noted that preparations for the match are similar to any other game, but with the advantage of having already faced Red Star, allowing the team to identify additional tactical insights. He acknowledged Red Star’s dominance when playing at home and stressed that Be'er Sheva is preparing accordingly to meet a high-quality opponent.

The match is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, and carries significant implications for Be'er Sheva’s European ambitions.