Veljko Simic Scores Early Goal to Lead Sabah Against Hapoel Be'er Sheva in Champions League Playoff

On August 19, Hapoel Be'er Sheva faced Sabah in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff. The Azerbaijani team took an early lead just eight minutes into the match, thanks to Veljko Simic, who scored the opening goal. Simic, a Serbian forward, has been the standout player for Sabah this season, having scored six goals in seven Champions League qualifying matches so far, including the crucial goal against the Israeli side.

Simic is not only Sabah's key player but also the top scorer in the Champions League qualifying rounds this season. His six goals surpass those of other notable scorers like Talisca and Mario Gavranovic, who have each netted four. His performance has made him the most prolific scorer among all teams competing in the early stages of the tournament.

This early goal sets the tone for the playoff tie, highlighting Simic's importance to Sabah's campaign and posing a significant challenge for Hapoel Be'er Sheva as they seek to advance in the competition.