Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Confident of Champions League Qualification Without Extra Time

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is set to face Sabah in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff on Tuesday at 19:45, with the Israeli champions holding a 2-1 advantage from the first match. A win or draw would secure Be'er Sheva's first-ever advancement to the Champions League group stage. Ahead of the match, Be'er Sheva coach Valdas Dambrauskas expressed confidence in his team's preparation and ability to overturn the deficit without needing extra time. He highlighted that all players are healthy and ready, and praised the expected strong home crowd atmosphere despite the stadium's limited capacity.

Dambrauskas reflected on his past European experience, stating that reaching this stage is a positive position for any coach, emphasizing the team's high-level training and tactical adjustments since their last game. He downplayed the pressure, calling the upcoming match "just another game" that they need to win. Sabah's coach, Veliko Simic, acknowledged Be'er Sheva's strong performance in the first leg and stressed the need for better mental control and a bit of luck. Simic also expressed belief in his own team's capabilities and motivation, focusing on winning rather than individual achievements.

The match will be broadcast live on 5SPORT, and both teams are preparing for a decisive encounter that could mark a historic milestone for Be'er Sheva in European football.