Be'er Sheva Captain Vitor Expresses Heartbreak After Champions League Exit

Hapoel Be'er Sheva suffered a dramatic elimination from the Champions League on August 25, 2026, after a 2-5 loss in extra time to Sabah, resulting in a 4-6 aggregate defeat. The Israeli champions were just seconds away from a historic qualification before the opposing team staged a remarkable comeback. Following the match, Be'er Sheva captain Miguel Vitor shared his deep disappointment, describing the moment as painful and possibly his last chance to reach the Champions League. He reflected on the difficulty of the situation for both himself and the fans, emphasizing the emotional toll of the loss.

Vitor explained that after Sabah scored, they gained momentum which Be'er Sheva could not regain, especially with the opposing crowd's energy. He also addressed his substitution due to health concerns, expressing how hard it was to watch from the sidelines. Despite the setback, he remains hopeful about future European competitions, acknowledging the team's current disappointment but looking ahead to upcoming challenges.

Regarding a controversial incident involving player Diouf, Vitor mentioned that such events happen and did not believe a second yellow card was warranted. He urged fans to understand that the team gave their best effort and called for looking forward rather than dwelling on the defeat.