FK Crvena Zvezda vs Hapoel Beer Sheva prediction 11.08.2026 | Champions League

Crvena Zvezda enters this one on the back of a reassuring 2-0 domestic victory against Novi Pazar. The Red Star has enjoyed a dominant start to their league campaign, winning all their opening three fixtures while keeping two clean sheets.

Under coach Dejan Stanković, their European journey now faces its toughest test yet following a tight 1-0 first-leg defeat in Hungary last week.

On home soil, the Serbian giants are currently operating on an incredible 4-match winning streak at the Rajko Mitic Stadium, converting their ground into an absolute fortress.

They will lean heavily on the exceptional form of talismanic forward Aleksandar Katai, who carried his momentum straight into the weekend by opening the scoring.

Apart from managing minor squad rotations, Milojević boasts a fully fit contingent hungry for a European comeback.

Hapoel Beer Sheva prepares for this one on the back of that crucial 1-0 first-leg win against Crvena Zvezda. The Camels have not yet commenced their domestic league campaign, meaning their absolute focus remains entirely fixed on continental progression.

Under coach Ran Kozuk, their European journey has displayed remarkable resilience. They overcame an initial 2-1 away defeat against Víkingur Reykjavík by storming back with a 2-0 victory in the home return leg, sealing a hard-fought 3-2 aggregate triumph in the second round.

On their travels, the Israeli side is looking to avenge that first leg defeat in Iceland which ended a four match unbeaten run on the road. They will rely heavily on the dynamic creativity of midfielder Zahi Ahmed, who clinically scored the match-winning goal during the first leg.

Aside from the critical suspension of defender Matan Baltaxa due to his red card, Kozuk has a largely healthy roster ready for the Belgrade pressure.