Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Hapoel Beer Sheva welcome Vikingur Reykjavik to Toto Turner Stadium in Szombathely on 29 July 2026 for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round tie. After a tight first meeting in Reykjavik, this return fixture will decide who advances to the next stage of Europe’s premier club competition.

The Icelandic champions carry a slender advantage into the away leg after a 2-1 home win on 21 July 2026. Vikingur Reykjavik have started their continental campaign strongly, unbeaten across three qualifiers so far, while Hapoel Beer Sheva are looking to overturn a deficit at home and keep their Champions League journey alive.

With progression and valuable UEFA prize money on the line, this clash sets up as a classic qualification decider: Hapoel Beer Sheva must be more clinical in front of their own fans, while Vikingur Reykjavik will try to manage the game, lean on their efficient attack, and protect their aggregate lead.

Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik Key Stats

• Hapoel Beer Sheva have played 1 Champions League qualifier this season, losing it 2-1 and conceding an average of 2.0 goals per game.
• The only recent head-to-head meeting saw Vikingur Reykjavik beat Hapoel Beer Sheva 2-1 at Víkingsvollur Stadium on 21 July 2026.
• Vikingur Reykjavik’s tournament statistics show 5 goals scored and 3 conceded across 3 Champions League qualifiers, with 1 clean sheet and no defeats.

Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik — Tale of the Tape

• Position: Not available vs Not available
• Points: Not available vs Not available
• Goals For: 1 (Hapoel Beer Sheva tournament total) vs 5 (Vikingur Reykjavik tournament total)
• Goals Against: 2 (Hapoel Beer Sheva tournament total) vs 3 (Vikingur Reykjavik tournament total)
• Clean Sheets: Hapoel Beer Sheva 0 vs Vikingur Reykjavik 1 (tournament statistics)

Standings data for this qualifying round are not formally tabulated, but the broader tournament statistics paint a clear picture of the balance of power so far. Hapoel Beer Sheva have only one Champions League qualifier in their legs this season, a 2-1 away defeat in Iceland in which they conceded twice and failed to keep things tight defensively.

Vikingur Reykjavik, by contrast, have three qualifiers behind them, with a record of two wins and one draw. They average 1.7 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per game in this Champions League campaign, and have already kept one clean sheet. Their ability to score in multiple phases of matches and remain unbeaten gives them a strong platform heading into this decisive second leg.

Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik Key Matchups

Hapoel Beer Sheva midfield vs D. Hafsteinsson

Hapoel Beer Sheva’s midfield unit will have to find a way to contain Daníel Hafsteinsson, who has been one of Vikingur Reykjavik’s standout performers in the Champions League qualifiers. In 3 appearances and 77 minutes, the midfielder has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist, with an impressive rating of 8.9. He has been efficient on the ball, completing 26 passes at 88% accuracy and adding 1 key pass, while also contributing defensively with 2 tackles and 1 interception.

Hafsteinsson’s ability to both create and finish chances, combined with his work rate in duels (10 contested, 5 won), makes him a central figure in Vikingur’s attacking structure. If Hapoel Beer Sheva cannot disrupt his influence between the lines, the visitors will again find spaces to exploit as they did in the first leg.

Hapoel Beer Sheva back line vs G. Sigurðsson

Another critical battle will see the Hapoel Beer Sheva defence trying to limit the impact of Gylfi Þór Sigurðsson. The experienced midfielder has also produced 1 goal and 1 assist in 3 Champions League appearances this season, playing 90 minutes and registering a solid 7.2 rating. His passing has been a major weapon, with 33 completed passes at 90% accuracy and 2 key passes, underlining his role as a primary playmaker.

Sigurðsson’s defensive work is notable too: 4 tackles, 1 block and 3 interceptions in these qualifiers show he contributes on both sides of the ball. If he is allowed time to dictate tempo and pick passes into the final third, Vikingur Reykjavik will be well placed to score the away goal that could effectively kill the tie.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

The recent head-to-head history between these clubs is extremely limited, with only one Champions League meeting on record in this campaign.

• 21 July 2026: Vikingur Reykjavik 2-1 Hapoel Beer Sheva (UEFA Champions League)

Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik Prediction

Stats suggest Vikingur Reykjavik come into the second leg as narrow favourites despite playing away from home. The prediction model gives Hapoel Beer Sheva just a 10% chance of winning in 90 minutes, with the draw and an away victory each rated at 45%. That aligns with the underlying tournament form: Hapoel Beer Sheva have lost their only qualifier so far, while Vikingur are unbeaten in three with two wins.

Hapoel Beer Sheva will likely try to start on the front foot, needing at least one goal to overturn the aggregate deficit. Their 4-3-3 shape, used in their lone Champions League outing, suggests width and attacking intent, but their defensive record — 2 goals conceded in 1 match — is a concern. Vikingur Reykjavik, also favouring a 4-3-3, have shown they can score in bursts, with goals spread across the 31–45, 46–60, and 76–90 minute windows in this campaign. Expect them to sit compact early, then look to punish any over-commitment from the hosts through the creativity of Hafsteinsson and Sigurðsson.

Given the high combined probability (90%) assigned to either a draw or a Vikingur Reykjavik win, and the first-leg evidence, a tight game with the visitors doing enough to progress looks the most plausible scenario.

Predicted Score: Hapoel Beer Sheva 1-1 Vikingur Reykjavik

Hapoel Beer Sheva Recent Form

Hapoel Beer Sheva’s recent Champions League form is limited but concerning. They have played 1 qualifier, losing 2-1 away to Vikingur Reykjavik. That match saw them score once but concede twice, with both goals allowed in the second half. Their recent form profile is therefore negative, with no wins, no draws, and no clean sheets so far in this European campaign.

Vikingur Reykjavik Recent Form

Vikingur Reykjavik arrive in strong recent form in the Champions League qualifiers. Across 3 matches, their record stands at 2 wins and 1 draw, with no defeats. They have scored 5 goals (1.7 per game on average) and conceded 3 (1.0 per game), and have kept 1 clean sheet. Their recent form string of WDW underlines a team that has been consistently competitive and difficult to beat at this stage.

Hapoel Beer Sheva Possible Starting Lineup

With no official lineups provided, the likely selection will be drawn from their core squad:

GK: O. Marciano or M. Wolff
Defenders: E. Almog, M. Baltaxa, O. Davidzada, Héllder Lopes, M. Vítor, D. T. Diop, G. Mizrahi, I. Rotman
Midfielders: D. Biton, S. Elias, K. Kangwa, Lucas Ventura, E. Peretz, Y. Stoyanov, N. Yehoshua, R. Levy, I. Azut
Forwards: A. Ganah, M. Kna'an, M. Abu Rumi, Z. Ahmed, S. Dahan, J. East, S. Farhud, João Victor, Y. Koren, I. Zlatanović

Hapoel Beer Sheva have used a 4-3-3 shape in their sole Champions League outing, and their squad composition suggests they will stick with that system. Experienced defenders like Héllder Lopes and M. Vítor can provide stability at the back, while creative midfielders such as D. Biton and K. Kangwa will be key to supplying a relatively deep pool of forwards. With no confirmed injuries listed, the coach should have the flexibility to select an aggressive lineup in search of goals.

Vikingur Reykjavik Possible Starting Lineup

Vikingur Reykjavik’s likely XI will be built from a settled group that has already played three qualifiers:

GK: I. Jónsson, A. Friðriksson, or Ö. Kristinsson
Defenders: D. Atlason, O. Ekroth, H. Guðjónsson, K. Gunnarsson, R. Þorkelsson, S. Þorkelsson, G. Vatnhamar, T. Ibrahimagic
Midfielders: E. Agnarsson, V. Andrason, B. M. Asmundsson, D. Bjarnason, J. Bjarnason, D. Hafsteinsson, G. Sigurðsson, A. Þrándarson, Ó. Borgþórsson, Armann Finnbogason, Daði Berg Jónsson, Stígur Diljan Þórðarson
Forwards: N. Hansen, V. Ingimundarson, T. Ingolfsson, E. Ómarsson

They have consistently lined up in a 4-3-3 across their 3 Champions League qualifiers, which has provided balance between attack and defence. Hafsteinsson and Sigurðsson are central to their creative play, while attackers like V. Ingimundarson and N. Hansen offer penetration up front. With 1 clean sheet and no defeats in the tournament, this structure has been effective, and there is little reason to expect major tactical changes for the second leg.

Hapoel Beer Sheva Team News

No significant absences reported.

Vikingur Reykjavik Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Hapoel Beer Sheva:

• None reported.

Vikingur Reykjavik:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Hapoel Beer Sheva vs Vikingur Reykjavik

Based on current probabilities and tournament form, here are three betting angles to consider:

• Result Tip: Back Vikingur Reykjavik Double Chance (Draw or Away Win). With the prediction model giving Hapoel Beer Sheva only a 10% chance of victory and both the draw and Vikingur win rated at 45%, the visitors are well positioned to avoid defeat. Vikingur are unbeaten in 3 qualifiers (WDW), while Hapoel have lost their only game in this campaign.
• Goals Tip: Under 3.5 Total Goals. Across 4 combined Champions League qualifiers, Hapoel Beer Sheva and Vikingur Reykjavik have produced 8 goals, exactly 2.0 per match on average. Vikingur’s matches have all stayed under 3.5 goals, and Hapoel’s only game finished 2-1. In a tense second leg with qualification at stake, another relatively low-scoring encounter is likely.
• Value Tip: Vikingur Reykjavik to Score at Least One Goal. Vikingur have scored in all 3 Champions League qualifiers (5 goals total) and boast creative threats in D. Hafsteinsson and G. Sigurðsson, each with 1 goal and 1 assist. Hapoel Beer Sheva have conceded 2 goals in their only outing and have yet to record a clean sheet in this campaign, making an away goal for Vikingur a strong value angle.

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