Hapoel Beersheba edges Red Star Belgrade to take Champions League qualifying lead
Zahi Ahmed scored the only goal of the match to give the Southern Reds hope heading into the return leg next week in Serbia to advance to the playoff round.
Hapoel Beersheba secured a 1-0 victory over Red Star Belgrade in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League third-round qualifying match on Tuesday night in Szombathely, Hungary. Zahi Ahmed scored the lone goal in the 38th minute, giving the Israeli side a crucial advantage. Despite Matan Baltaxa being sent off in the 58th minute, Beersheba maintained their lead with a strong defensive effort. Coach Ron Kozuk stated, "This is only the first half. We will need to play a super talented team at their home stadium next week." Red Star coach Dejan Stankovic acknowledged his team's struggles, saying, "It wasn't our best day, and it certainly wasn't our best performance." The return leg will take place next week in Serbia.
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