Be'er Sheva Captain Vitor Vows to Bring Champions League Glory to Fans

On August 25, 2026, Be'er Sheva captain Miguel Vitor spoke to Sport 5 ahead of the crucial Champions League playoff second leg against Sabah. Nearly two decades after playing in the Champions League with Benfica against FC Copenhagen, Vitor expressed his determination to lead Be'er Sheva to the group stage. He emphasized the significance of maintaining their style of football while acknowledging the heightened challenge of the playoff round. Vitor recalled his experience playing against AC Milan and said, "I want to close the circle today and bring this team to the Champions League." He highlighted the importance of delivering this achievement for the club's fans, calling it one of the greatest moments of his career and something he has yet to accomplish with Be'er Sheva.

Vitor refrained from revealing detailed tactics, stating that the team prepares mentally for such high-stakes matches individually. He mentioned that coach Koozuch will provide the final motivational push before kickoff. Vitor pledged to give everything on the pitch for the supporters, acknowledging their desire to support the team from home and expressing hope to achieve something historic for the club. The match represents a pivotal moment for Be'er Sheva, who are just 90 minutes away from qualifying for the Champions League group stage for the first time.