In a thrilling round of football, Hapoel Beer Sheva faced a disappointing defeat against Mladá Boleslav with a score of 4:2 in the Conference League qualifiers. This loss marked a painful exit for the Israeli team from European competition. Following this setback, Hapoel Beer Sheva aimed to regain their form in the Toto Cup against Ironi Tiberias, managing a narrow 1:0 victory. Coach Ran Kozhoch implemented a wide rotation to rest key players, including Eitan Tibi and Helder Lopes, as the team prepares for the upcoming league season.
On another front, OGC Nice, under the new management of Franck Haise, suffered a late defeat against AJ Auxerre in Ligue 1. Despite a strong performance from goalkeeper Marcin Bulka, who made several crucial saves, Nice could not hold onto their early lead. The match saw Mohamed-Ali Cho score the opener, but Auxerre equalized just before halftime through Rayan Raveloson. The game took a turn in stoppage time when Lasso Coulibaly scored the winner for Auxerre, leaving Nice with a challenging start to the season.
- Hapoel Beer Sheva's match against Mladá Boleslav highlighted defensive vulnerabilities, which they aimed to address in the subsequent Toto Cup match. The players' morale was a focal point for Kozhoch, as they sought to build momentum before the league's first round.
- In the context of Ligue 1, OGC Nice's defeat emphasizes the challenges faced by teams adjusting to new management. Franck Haise's tactics will need refinement as the season progresses, especially after such a narrow loss where defensive mistakes were pivotal.
