Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva: Head-to-Head Stats and Insights
Sabah FA host Hapoel Beer Sheva at Tofiq Bahramov Stadium in Baku on 25 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:45 UTC in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs. This second-leg clash will decide which side moves closer to the group stage, giving added weight to every detail in the Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva stats ahead of the tie.
With the fixture finely poised after the first meeting in this Play-offs round, both clubs arrive with strong qualifying campaigns behind them in the 2026 season. Sabah FA have been prolific at home in this UEFA Champions League campaign, while Hapoel Beer Sheva have shown resilience both home and away. The stakes are clear: progression to the next phase of Europe’s premier club competition, and the Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva stats provide a concise guide to how this matchup is shaping up.
Head-to-head record
The head-to-head record between Sabah FA and Hapoel Beer Sheva in UEFA Champions League competition is based on a very small sample so far.
- Previous meetings: 1
- Sabah FA wins: 0
- Draws: 0
- Hapoel Beer Sheva wins: 1
Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Timeline & Historical Context
The Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva timeline in competitive action begins with their UEFA Champions League Play-offs clash on 19 August 2026. Played at Rapid-Giulesti Stadium in Bucharest, this first-leg encounter set the initial tone for the tie and provides the only direct historical reference between the clubs so far.
On 19 August 2026, in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs, Hapoel Beer Sheva hosted Sabah FA and edged a tight contest 2-1. The half-time score was 1-1, reflecting a balanced opening 45 minutes before the Israeli side found a decisive goal after the break. The match finished Hapoel Beer Sheva 2-1 Sabah FA, giving Hapoel Beer Sheva a narrow advantage in the aggregate scoreline heading into the return leg in Baku.
With only this single meeting on record, the Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva timeline is still in its infancy. However, that 2-1 result in the Play-offs underlines how competitive this pairing can be, and it frames the second leg as a high-pressure occasion where Sabah FA must overturn a one-goal deficit at home.
Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall head-to-head breakdown is drawn entirely from their UEFA Champions League Play-offs encounter to date.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Sabah FA 1 - 2 Hapoel Beer Sheva
- Average Goals per Match: Sabah FA 1.00 vs Hapoel Beer Sheva 2.00
Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 19 August 2026: Hapoel Beer Sheva 2-1 Sabah FA (Half-time: 1-1) – UEFA Champions League Play-offs
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Sabah FA Matches Results and Stats
For Sabah FA, the available record in the 2026 UEFA Champions League season to date points to a strong overall campaign. They have played 7 matches in this competition, winning 5 and losing 2, with no draws. At home, Sabah FA have been perfect so far with 3 wins from 3, scoring 7 goals and conceding none, highlighting a powerful home advantage and defensive solidity in Baku. Across all venues, they have scored 13 goals and conceded 5, averaging 1.9 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, with 4 clean sheets and no games where they failed to score.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 5, Draw 0, Lose 2 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)
Last 5 Hapoel Beer Sheva Matches Results and Stats
Hapoel Beer Sheva’s 2026 UEFA Champions League campaign has also been impressive. They have played 5 matches in this season’s competition, winning 4 and losing 1, with no draws. At home, they have a perfect record of 3 wins from 3, scoring 5 and conceding just 1, while away from home they have 1 win and 1 defeat with a 3-2 goal record. Overall, Hapoel Beer Sheva average 1.6 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, supported by 3 clean sheets and no fixtures in which they failed to find the net.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)
Historical Statistical Verdict
The historical numbers for this tie are limited but informative. Hapoel Beer Sheva hold a 2-1 aggregate edge in the head-to-head after their home win on 19 August 2026, giving them the only victory recorded between the sides so far. Goal averages from that meeting slightly favour Hapoel Beer Sheva, but the broader season-to-date form suggests a more balanced contest: Sabah FA have been outstanding at home, winning all three UEFA Champions League matches in Baku without conceding, while Hapoel Beer Sheva have combined a flawless home record with solid away performances. Overall, the stats suggest a finely balanced second leg where Sabah FA’s home strength will be tested against Hapoel Beer Sheva’s efficient, low-conceding profile, and the outcome is likely to hinge on whether Sabah FA can maintain their defensive standards while overturning the first-leg deficit.
Sabah FA vs Hapoel Beer Sheva H2H Statistics updated on 20 August 2026.
