Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Crucial Matches and Injury Concerns

Title Race and Cup Competition

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is currently navigating a highly competitive pursuit of the Israeli championship, while simultaneously vying for glory in another significant arena—the State Cup. The team is set to face Hapoel Tel Aviv in the semi-finals of this prestigious tournament on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Injury Woes

However, just days before this crucial matchup, the team has been dealt a significant blow with the injury of start of their standout players, Lucas Ventura. Ventura suffered an injury during the second half of their recent match against Hapoel Haifa, which was part of the 31st round of the Israeli Premier League. The defensive midfielder was substituted and departed the field, raising concerns within the club about his availability for the upcoming encounter against his former coach, Eliniv Barda, and his squad.

Club's Reaction

The management is closely monitoring Ventura's condition, as his absence would be a substantial setback for the team’s strategy in such a pivotal game.

Post-Match Altercation

In a separate incident following the match against Hapoel Haifa, a confrontation occurred between Hapoel Haifa's coach, Roni Levy, and Be'er Sheva defender Helder Lopes. The altercation was reportedly broken up by Be'er Sheva goalkeeper Niv Eliasi. Lopes appeared intent on addressing Levy directly, but teammates intervened to prevent further escalation, resulting in a verbal exchange.

Coach's Comments

Following the game, Roni Levy addressed the incident, complimenting Lopes as a talented player but also noting a sense of provocation in their interaction. “Helder Lopes is a great player. There was a feeling of provocation, and I expressed my thoughts to him after the match,” Levy remarked.

As Hapoel Be'er Sheva prepares for this critical stage in their season, the potential ramifications of player injuries and off-field tensions will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike