FK Crvena Zvezda vs Hapoel Beer Sheva

UEFA Champions League3rd Qualifying Round

FK Crvena Zvezda

Full Time
0–2
HT: 0–0

Hapoel Beer Sheva

Ref: Glenn Nyberg, SwedenStadion Rajko Mitić, Beograd · 51,862 cap
Fipster Pick
Home WinhighMiss
Full-time storyUpset

Hapoel Beer Sheva stuns Crvena Zvezda away

Zlatanović and East strike to seal a confident win on the road.

In a surprising turn of events, Hapoel Beer Sheva secured a 2-0 victory at FK Crvena Zvezda in the UEFA Champions League. Goals from I. Zlatanović just after the hour mark and J. East in the 79th minute ensured a solid away win. This result defied Fipster's high-confidence prediction of a home win, proving the unpredictability of football once again.

Qualifying — two-legged tieLeg 2 of 2Decisive leg
First leg:
Hapoel Beer Sheva 1 0 FK Crvena Zvezda
Aggregate:
Hapoel Beer Sheva 3 0 FK Crvena Zvezda
Advances:
Hapoel Beer Sheva
FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Overconfident✗ Miss
Fipster's Pick✗
2–0
HT 1–0
Final Result
0–2
HT 0–0
36%Poor
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✗Outcome✗Exact Score✓BTTS✓Over/Under 2.5✗Halftime
Fipster's self review11 Aug 2026

Outcome probability

FK Crvena Zvezda 85%Draw 8%Hapoel Beer Sheva 7%

As the 3rd Qualifying Round unfolds, FK Crvena Zvezda face off against Hapoel Beer Sheva in a match that promises tactical discipline and attacking intent. Both sides have shown promise in this competition, but the home side's recent performances suggest they hold the upper hand.

Match factors

Statistical Edgehigh

FK Crvena Zvezda's dominant home scoring form

Crvena Zvezda averages 5 goals per home game with 100% clean sheets, indicating strong attacking and defensive balance at home.

Form Momentummedium

Hapoel Beer Sheva's scoring streak

Hapoel Beer Sheva has scored in their last 3 matches, showing offensive consistency despite recent away struggles.

Injury Impacthigh

No confirmed injuries for either team

Both teams have no confirmed absences, so full squads available, supporting a competitive match environment.

Tactical Advantagehigh

Crvena Zvezda's home advantage and defensive solidity

Crvena Zvezda's 100% clean sheet rate at home and high average goals scored create a tactical edge over Hapoel Beer Sheva's weaker away defense.

The context

FK Crvena Zvezda have played three matches in this competition so far, winning two and losing one, with an impressive goal tally of 9 scored and only 1 conceded. Hapoel Beer Sheva have an identical record of two wins and one loss, scoring 4 and conceding 2. Their previous head-to-head meeting saw Hapoel Beer Sheva come out on top, but this fixture offers a fresh opportunity for Crvena Zvezda to turn the tables.

Key facts

  1. 1.FK Crvena Zvezda have scored 9 goals and conceded only 1 in 3 matches in this competition.
  2. 2.Hapoel Beer Sheva have scored 4 and conceded 2 in their 3 matches in this competition.
  3. 3.Crvena Zvezda maintain a 100% clean sheet record at home in this competition.
  4. 4.Crvena Zvezda average 5 goals per home game in this competition.
  5. 5.Hapoel Beer Sheva have scored in their last 3 matches, showing offensive consistency.
  6. 6.No confirmed injuries for either team, so full squads are available.
  7. 7.In their only head-to-head meeting, Hapoel Beer Sheva won 1-0.

Analysis

Crvena Zvezda's home form is particularly noteworthy, averaging 5 goals per home game while maintaining a 100% clean sheet record. This balance of attacking prowess and defensive resilience gives them a clear tactical advantage over Hapoel Beer Sheva, whose away defensive record is less convincing. Meanwhile, Hapoel Beer Sheva have managed to score in their last three matches, indicating consistent offensive efforts despite recent away struggles. Both teams enter this match with full squads, ensuring a competitive encounter.

Prediction

The prediction leans firmly towards a home win for FK Crvena Zvezda, with a halftime score of 1-0 and a fulltime result of 2-0. The home side's dominant scoring form and defensive solidity are expected to stifle Hapoel Beer Sheva's attack, while their own offensive threats should secure a comfortable victory.

The verdict

In summary, FK Crvena Zvezda's combination of strong home performances and tactical discipline should see them through to a 2-0 win. Hapoel Beer Sheva will need to tighten their defence and find a way to break down a well-organised home side if they are to avoid defeat.

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