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Hapoel Beer Sheva Triumphs in a Hard-Fought Victory to Conclude 2017: John Ogu Delighted with the Win
In a thrilling conclusion to 2017, Hapoel Beer Sheva secured a pivotal 1-0 away victory against 10-man Hapoel Ashkelon in the Israeli top-flight league on Sunday. The lone goal, netted by Tomas Pekhart in the 90th minute, propelled Beer Sheva to the summit of the league table with 36 points, narrowly edging past second-placed Hapoel Haifa by a solitary point.
The tension-laden encounter took a decisive turn in the 58th minute when Josip Ivancic of Hapoel Ashkelon received his second yellow card, reducing his team to 10 men. This numerical advantage provided Hapoel Beer Sheva with the opportunity to capitalize on their opponent’s vulnerability, ultimately culminating in Pekhart’s late-game heroics.
Super Eagles midfielder, John Ogu, a key figure in Beer Sheva’s lineup, reflected on the challenging match. Taking to his Twitter handle, Ogu expressed his satisfaction with the hard-fought victory, stating, “Great way to start the New Year. Tough game, but happy we succeeded in getting the 3 points. Happy New Year to all.”
The win not only marked a positive beginning to 2018 for Hapoel Beer Sheva but also underscored their resilience and determination to maintain their position at the summit of the league. As they look ahead to upcoming challenges, the team’s fans can celebrate the triumph and anticipate an exciting continuation to the season.
