Ran Kozuch ahead of Red Star: "Belief is above all"

After securing a "hot winter" with participation in at least the league phase of the Conference League, Hapoel Be'er Sheva wants to achieve more and will try to surprise Red Star Belgrade tomorrow (Tuesday, 20:30, Sport 3) in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. For the Israeli champion, which is forced to host in Szombathely, Hungary, this will be the first match without Kings Kangwa, who was sold to Panathinaikos. Facing them will be Mohammad Abu Fani and Loizos Loizou, who are expected to start for the Serbian champion, while Derrick Luckassen will be in the squad for the first time.

Coach Ran Kozuch said:

"We are preparing like any other game. We understand what kind of opponent is facing us, their advantages and their qualities. We will need to prepare well, to be ready. We talked a lot about ourselves, but also about Red Star and their significant players. We will need to improve ourselves and prepare for the opponent. What do we tell the players? Ultimately, belief is above all."