Hapoel Tel Aviv and Beitar Jerusalem Draw Challenging Opponents in Conference League Playoff

Hapoel Tel Aviv and Beitar Jerusalem have been drawn into the playoff round of the UEFA Conference League qualifiers, the final hurdle before the prestigious group stage. Hapoel Tel Aviv will face a tough challenge against Italian side Atalanta, a formidable opponent in this stage of the competition. Meanwhile, Beitar Jerusalem will play against the winner of the tie between Braga from Portugal and Dinamo Minsk from Belarus. These matchups come after both Israeli teams advanced past the third qualifying round, where Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Polish club Katowice and Beitar Jerusalem overcame Austria Vienna. The playoff round will determine which teams progress to the group stage of the Conference League, marking a significant opportunity for Israeli clubs in European football.