Hapoel Be'er Sheva vs Dinamo Zagreb

H. Beer Sheva and Din. Zagreb shared a goalless draw in their UEFA Europa League league-phase opener at Arena Giulești, in a game the hosts largely controlled but couldn't turn into goals. The clearest moment came in the 24th minute when Amankwah Forson crashed a left-footed effort off the post, the closest either side came to breaking the deadlock all night. Despite dominating possession and territory, H. Beer Sheva couldn't find a finish. Miguel Vítor headed narrowly wide from a corner in the 39th minute, and at the other end Mislav Oršić tested goalkeeper Marciano early in the second half, only to be denied by a smart save. There were no penalties or red cards, and both managers turned to their bench heavily in the closing stages, making a flurry of substitutions between the 64th and 83rd minutes as the game petered out into a stalemate. Vítor was named man of the match for his composed defensive display. A point apiece leaves both clubs level at the bottom of the standings after matchday one, with plenty of work still to do in the league phase. For H. Beer Sheva, the underlying numbers, 66% possession and a clear edge in chances created, will offer encouragement despite the missed opportunity to open with a win, while Din. Zagreb will be relieved to escape with a point after being second-best for large spells.