Veljko Simic Leads Sabah with Most Goals in Champions League Qualifiers

On August 19, Hapoel Be'er Sheva played their first Champions League playoff match against Sabah, but fell behind just eight minutes into the game. The opening goal was scored by Veljko Simic, the Serbian forward who has emerged as Sabah's undisputed star this season. Simic has scored six goals in seven Champions League qualifying matches so far, including the crucial goal against the Israeli team.

Simic is not only Sabah's key player but also the top scorer across all teams competing in the early stages of the Champions League qualifiers. His six goals surpass the tallies of other leading scorers like Talisca and Mario Gavranovic, who have each netted four goals. This performance highlights Simic's significant impact in the competition and his role in Sabah's campaign.

The match against Hapoel Be'er Sheva marked a notable moment for Simic and Sabah, as they continue their pursuit of Champions League group stage qualification. The Serbian striker's goal early in the game set the tone for Sabah's challenge against the Israeli side.