Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Predictions

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Union St. Gilloise

Union St. Gilloise

Full Time

4 - 0

AI predicted 2 - 0

Hapoel Beer Sheva

Hapoel Beer Sheva

🗓️ Thursday, 22 Oct 2026 at 16:45 UTC📍 Merkur Spielarena, Dusseldorf

Win Probability (1X2)

Union St. Gilloise 59%Draw 27%Hapoel Beer Sheva 14%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Union St. Gilloise Win

Match Result

8.2/10

Union St. Gilloise Run Riot in Dusseldorf, Sweep Aside Hapoel Beer Sheva 4-0

Union St. Gilloise delivered a commanding performance at the Merkur Spielarena, dismantling Hapoel Beer Sheva 4-0 in a one-sided UEFA Europa League encounter. The Belgian side dominated from start to finish, racking up an astonishing 29 shots with 15 on target and enjoying 69% possession, as they relentlessly pressed their Israeli opponents. Goals came at regular intervals, with Union breaking the deadlock just before halftime and piling on three more in the second half to seal a comprehensive victory. Hapoel Beer Sheva struggled to gain a foothold in the match, registering only 6 shots and failing to earn a single corner. Their defensive line was under constant siege, and despite some early resistance, they ultimately succumbed to Union's attacking waves. The result reflects the gulf in class on the night, with Union St. Gilloise asserting themselves as serious contenders in the group.

🔥 AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

2 - 0

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Actual

4 - 0

✅Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/2 hit

1x2 — Union St. Gilloise
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btts — No
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over_under_2.5 — Under 2.5
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Key Moments

45' — Goal

M. Biondic breaks the deadlock just before halftime, giving Union a deserved lead.

60' — Goal

Union double their advantage, capitalizing on sustained pressure after the break.

77' — Goal

A third goal effectively ends the contest as Union's dominance tells.

81' — Goal

Union cap off a superb performance with a fourth goal, underlining their superiority.

various' — Yellow Cards

Both sides pick up bookings, with Hapoel Beer Sheva's frustration growing as the game slips away.

Union St. Gilloise

Union St. Gilloise

9/10

Union St. Gilloise put on a masterclass in attacking football, suffocating Hapoel Beer Sheva with their high possession and relentless pressure. Their 3-1-4-2 formation allowed them to overload the midfield and stretch the opposition, resulting in wave after wave of attacks. The home side's ability to create and convert chances was evident, as they fired 29 shots and forced the visiting goalkeeper into action 15 times. Defensively, they remained disciplined, conceding just 4 shots on target and picking up only 2 yellow cards in a controlled display.

Key Players

M. Biondic: Opened the scoring at a crucial moment before halftime, setting the tone for the second half.
Guilherme Henriques da Silva Carvalho: Pulled the strings in midfield, dictating tempo and contributing to multiple attacking moves.
H. Koffi: Kept a clean sheet, making key saves to deny Hapoel Beer Sheva any hope of a comeback.

Strengths

High pressing and possession dominanceClinical finishingMidfield control

Weaknesses

Occasional lapses in discipline (2 yellow cards)Could have converted even more chances given their dominance
Hapoel Beer Sheva

Hapoel Beer Sheva

4/10

Hapoel Beer Sheva endured a torrid evening, unable to cope with Union St. Gilloise's intensity and fluid attacking play. Their 4-3-3 setup was overrun in midfield, and they struggled to transition the ball forward, managing just 6 shots and no corners. Defensive frailties were exposed as the match wore on, with three yellow cards reflecting their desperation to stem the tide. The Israeli side rarely threatened and were second-best in every department.

Key Players

O. Marciano: Despite conceding four goals, made several important saves to prevent an even heavier defeat.
M. Vítor: Tried to marshal the defense under relentless pressure, but was ultimately overwhelmed.

Strengths

Goalkeeper's resilience under fire

Weaknesses

Midfield overrunLack of attacking threatPoor discipline (3 yellow cards, 13 fouls)

Tactical Analysis

Union St. Gilloise's 3-1-4-2 formation proved highly effective, allowing them to flood the midfield and stretch Hapoel Beer Sheva's defensive lines. The wingbacks provided width, while the double striker pairing kept the visitors' center-backs occupied. Their high pressing forced turnovers and limited Hapoel's ability to build from the back. In contrast, Hapoel Beer Sheva's 4-3-3 failed to provide midfield stability or attacking outlets, leaving their front three isolated and their defense exposed to overloads. Set pieces were a minor factor, with Union earning four corners to Hapoel's none, further highlighting the home side's territorial dominance. Substitutions did little to alter the tactical balance, as Union maintained control throughout.

Turning Point

M. Biondic's goal on the stroke of halftime broke Hapoel Beer Sheva's resistance and set Union St. Gilloise on course for a rout.

Man of the Match

M. Biondic

Scored the crucial opener and led the line with energy and intelligence, setting the tone for Union's dominant display.

Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva: Match Preview

Union St. Gilloise come into this fixture on a strong run, unbeaten in their last five with four wins and a draw, and having scored 14 goals in that span. Their Europa League campaign began with a convincing 3-0 away win at Plzen, placing them fifth in the group standings. Hapoel Beer Sheva, by contrast, have drawn their only group game 0-0 against Dinamo Zagreb and sit 20th, with their recent domestic form showing three wins, a draw, and a loss but a modest scoring output.

Statistically, the home side's attack stands out: they average 2.8 goals from 21.2 shots per game over their last five, and have not failed to score in that stretch. Defensively, they have kept three clean sheets and concede just 0.6 per game. Hapoel Beer Sheva have been defensively solid—four clean sheets in five—but their attack has been blunt, with just 1.2 goals per game and two matches without scoring. Both teams have a perfect clean sheet rate from their single Europa League group match, but Union St. Gilloise's shot and goal volume dwarfs that of their visitors.

The model expects Union St. Gilloise's attacking pressure to eventually tell, with their home advantage and shot output likely to break down a conservative Hapoel Beer Sheva. The Israeli side's defensive discipline may keep the scoreline respectable, but their limited attacking threat and lower shot volume suggest they will struggle to get on the scoresheet. A 2-0 home win fits the underlying rates.

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Win Probability
Union St. Gilloise 60% Draw 23% Hapoel Beer Sheva 17%

Over 2.5 Goals

49%

BTTS: Yes

48%

Likely Scores

1-0 · 2-0 · 1-1

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Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
59%
27%
14%
Union St. Gilloise 59%Draw 27%Hapoel Beer Sheva 14%
Both Teams to Score
31%
69%
Yes 31%No 69%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
51%
49%
Over 2.5 51%Under 2.5 49%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva that most previews miss.

  • 1Union St. Gilloise have averaged 21.2 shots per match over their last five, nearly double Hapoel Beer Sheva's 13.
  • 2Four of Hapoel Beer Sheva's last five matches have seen at least one team fail to score.
  • 3Union St. Gilloise have scored in every one of their last five, with three matches seeing them net at least three times.

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The Case For This Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Prediction

Union St. Gilloise's recent scoring rate and defensive record set them apart in this matchup, while Hapoel Beer Sheva's attack has struggled for output in continental play. The statistical shape points to a match where the Belgian side's attacking volume eventually breaks through, but the overall goal environment is kept in check by the visitors' conservative approach.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Union St. Gilloise average 21.2 shots and 2.8 goals per game in their last five matches.

Defence

  • →Hapoel Beer Sheva have kept four clean sheets in their last five but scored only 1.2 goals per game.
  • →Both sides have a 100% clean sheet rate in the Europa League group so far, but Union St. Gilloise have shown far more attacking intent.

How Union St. Gilloise and Hapoel Beer Sheva Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Goalscorer Form

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Union St. Gilloise enter with momentum, unbeaten in five and averaging 2.8 goals per game, including a 3-0 Europa League win away from home. Hapoel Beer Sheva have also been hard to beat, with four clean sheets in five, but their attack has been less convincing, failing to score in two recent matches.

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Final Verdict

Union St. Gilloise 2–0 Hapoel Beer Sheva

Union St. Gilloise are projected to win 2-0, underpinned by their 2.8 goals per game average and three clean sheets in their last five. The strongest data point is the home side's attacking volume—21.2 shots per match—against a Hapoel Beer Sheva team that has struggled for goals in Europe. The main risk is that the visitors' defensive structure, which has produced four clean sheets recently, could frustrate the hosts and keep the match tighter than the underlying rates suggest.

Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva: Common Questions

Who will win Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva?

Union St. Gilloise are clear statistical favourites with a 59% model probability of victory, compared to 27% for a draw and just 14% for Hapoel Beer Sheva. The home side's attack and recent form underpin this edge.

Will both teams score in Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva?

The model rates 'No' for both teams to score at 69% probability. Union St. Gilloise have kept three clean sheets in their last five, while Hapoel Beer Sheva have failed to score in two of their last five and drew 0-0 in their only Europa League group match.

How many goals are expected in Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva?

The goal environment is rated nearly even for over/under 2.5 goals: 51% for over, 49% for under. Union St. Gilloise's attack suggests potential for goals, but Hapoel Beer Sheva's defensive record tempers expectations.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Union St. Gilloise vs Hapoel Beer Sheva: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 15 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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