Crvena Zvezda welcome Hapoel Beer Sheva to Belgrade on August 11th for a UEFA Champions League clash, with the Serbian champions firm favorites to advance. Zvezda arrive with a solid domestic record of five wins, two draws, and three losses, demonstrating a respectable 50% win rate. Their recent form, with three wins, one draw, and just one loss in their last five outings, suggests a team hitting their stride offensively, having scored eight goals while conceding seven overall.
In stark contrast, Hapoel Beer Sheva's European campaign has gotten off to a shaky start, registering one draw and one loss without finding the net in their two appearances, conceding just once. Their win rate currently stands at 0%, highlighting the significant challenge they face on the road. The key narrative will revolve around whether Hapoel can contain Zvezda's attack and finally break their goal drought. Watch for Zvezda's attacking prowess against Beer Sheva's determined, albeit largely untested, defense. A comfortable home victory seems the most probable outcome given the disparity in recent form and league performance.
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