Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv will face Bulgarian champions Ludogorets tonight at the DVTK Stadium in Hungary for the first leg of the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round. Ahead of the highly anticipated clash, we have gathered all the statistical data, head-to-head history, and key details you need to know before kickoff.
Hapoel enters this intriguing continental fixture in high spirits and full of confidence. Last Saturday, the Reds kicked off the official season on the right foot, defeating arch-rivals Beitar Jerusalem in the European Match (Toto Cup Quarter-Finals). Following a tense and hard-fought battle, the squad demonstrated immense character, winning a dramatic penalty shootout to secure their ticket to the next round.
Hapoel will be backed by thousands of passionate fans making the journey to the home fixture, which is being held at the DVTK Stadium in Miskolc, Hungary. The traveling Red faithful are expected to create a vibrant, electrifying, and distinctly red atmosphere, providing a massive home-away-from-home push for the players on the pitch.
Match Information
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Date & Time: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 21:30
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Competition: UEFA Conference League, Second Qualifying Round (1st Leg)
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Venue: DVTK Stadium, Miskolc (Hungary)
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Referee: Alessandro Dudic (Switzerland)
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Assistant Referees: Pascal Hirzel (Switzerland), Nicolas Müller (Switzerland)
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Fourth Official: Nico Gianforte (Switzerland)
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Broadcaster: Sport 2 HD
History Speaks
Tonight, a historic new chapter will be inscribed in the club's history books. Hapoel returns to the European stage after a 12-year absence from continental competitions. Despite this prolonged hiatus, Hapoel Tel Aviv boast one of the most illustrious and richest European records in Israeli sports history, spanning 17 different European campaigns.
All-Time European Record:
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110 Matches
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49 Wins for Hapoel
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20 Draws
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41 Defeats
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Goal Difference: 158-130 (+28)
Unforgettable Pinnacles:
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The Legendary UEFA Cup Run (2001/2002): A historic, breathtaking campaign that was only halted in the quarter-finals, after the Reds eliminated footballing giants such as Chelsea, Lokomotiv Moscow, and Parma, in a journey that captivated the entire nation.
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The Champions League Arrives at Bloomfield (2010/2011): A thrilling and emotional qualification for the UEFA Champions League group stage, featuring unforgettable performances against Lyon, Benfica, and Schalke.
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Record European Victory: Recorded during that magical Champions League qualifying campaign, with a resounding and unforgettable 0-5 thrashing of Bosnian side Željezničar.
Numbers from the Past
A permanent feature on the official website: diving into the rich history of our club, with the data, stats, and stories behind our past encounters.
Ahead of our official return to the European stage, we dove into the all-time statistics of the players who carved out their legacy in the iconic red kit on the continent:
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🏃♂️ Most Appearances in Europe: The legendary captain Walid Badir leads the historic rankings, holding the club's appearance record in European competitions with no fewer than 60 matches in the red jersey.
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🎯 Continental Assist King: The set-piece wizard, Salim Toama, proudly tops Hapoel's all-time European assist chart with 16 invaluable assists.
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⚽ European Top Scorer: Clinical former striker Omer Damari stands alone at the top of the club's goalscoring charts in these competitions, with 10 unforgettable European goals.