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Hapoel Be'er Sheva Secures Gritty 2-1 Win Over Sabah in Crucial Europa League Playoff

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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

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Hapoel Be'er Sheva won 2-1 against Sabah FK in a Europa League playoff on August 20, 2026, showcasing resilience over style. Despite a challenging match and a squad mostly not native to Be'er Sheva, the team secured victory through determination and tactical discipline under coach Alon Kozuch. The win brings them closer to the Champions League group stage, with a difficult away leg ahead.

01Hapoel Be'er Sheva won 2-1 against Sabah FK in a Europa League playoff match on August 20, 2026.
02The victory was achieved through grit and tactical discipline rather than flashy football.
03Coach Alon Kozuch has a reputation for developing underestimated players into key contributors.
04Sabah, a young club, challenged Be'er Sheva and even took the lead during the match.
05The upcoming away leg in Azerbaijan is expected to be even more difficult.
06The win brings Be'er Sheva closer to qualifying for the UEFA Champions League group stage.

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