Beitar Jerusalem won on penalties after a thrilling match against AEK Larnaca.
At Stadionul Ilie Oană, Ploiesti, Beitar Jerusalem lost to AEK Larnaca 2-3 but won 4-3 on penalties in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. AEK Larnaca held the advantage during regular time but failed to overcome the decisive penalty shootout, with Beitar Jerusalem ultimately winning.
- 0'The match has started.
Beitar Jerusalem hosts AEK Larnaca.
- 26'AEK Larnaca opened the scoring from the penalty spot.
In the 26th minute, H. Milicevic calmly converted a penalty, giving AEK Larnaca a 0-1 lead. The visitors had scored the opening goal in a well-planned match.
- 41'A. Cohen received a yellow card.
In the 41st minute, A. Cohen of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card. This served as a warning to the Beitar Jerusalem players for the remainder of the match.
- 45+2'Atzili coolly equalized for Beitar Jerusalem.
In the 45th minute + 2, O. Atzili successfully converted a penalty, helping Beitar Jerusalem equalize 1-1. The goal came just before halftime, bringing the game back to a tie.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 1-1.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 46'Beitar Jerusalem made a substitution at the start of the second half.
In the 46th minute, Beitar Jerusalem brought E. Ansah onto the field to replace J. Kalu. This was the home team's first substitution after the break.
- 46'AEK Larnaca made a substitution at the start of the second half.
In the 46th minute, G. Ekpolo came on as a substitute for A. Layouni of AEK Larnaca. The two teams went into the second half tied 1-1.
- 49'N. Muche received a yellow card after a foul.
In the 49th minute, N. Muche of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card after tripping an opponent. This served as a warning to the player for the remainder of the match.
- 51'B. Carabali received a yellow card.
In the 51st minute, B. Carabali of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card for a foul.
- 52'H. Milicevic puts AEK Larnaca ahead.
In the 52nd minute, H. Milicevic scored to give AEK Larnaca a 1-2 lead. The visitors once again created a turning point after the break.
- 59'Beitar Jerusalem made a personnel change in the 59th minute.
In the 59th minute, Beitar Jerusalem brought T. Muzie on to replace S. Weissman with the score at 1-2. This substitution could help Beitar Jerusalem revitalize their attack in an attempt to find an equalizer.
- 68'Y. Cohen received a yellow card in the 68th minute.
In the 68th minute, Y. Cohen of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card for a foul. This was yet another penalty for Beitar Jerusalem in this tense match.
- 69'D. Worko received a yellow card.
In the 69th minute, D. Worko of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card for a foul. This was Beitar Jerusalem's fourth yellow card of the match.
- 69'AEK Larnaca made a substitution in the 69th minute.
In the 69th minute, AEK Larnaca made a substitution: K. Pileas came on, and Y. Gurfinkel left the field. A notable personnel change at a time when the match was under tension.
- 70'W. Rubio came on as a substitute for AEK Larnaca.
In the 70th minute, AEK Larnaca made a substitution: W. Rubio came on, replacing Miramon.
- 75'Beitar Jerusalem made a substitution in the 75th minute.
In the 75th minute, Beitar Jerusalem brought L. Deri onto the field to replace Y. Cohen.
- 75'Beitar Jerusalem made a substitution in the 75th minute.
In the 75th minute, Beitar Jerusalem brought Z. Ben Shimol onto the field to replace N. Muche. A notable personnel change in the final minutes of the match.
- 77'AEK Larnaca made a substitution in the 77th minute.
77th minute,AEK LarnacaSubstitution: Z. Adoni comes on, E. Saborit leaves the match. The away team makes personnel changes while leading Beitar Jerusalem.
- 87'O. Atzili brought Beitar Jerusalem back.
In the 87th minute, O. Atzili scored, helping Beitar Jerusalem equalize 2-2 against AEK Larnaca. The match entered its final minutes with a tense and evenly matched game.
- 90'Beitar Jerusalem made a substitution in the 90th minute.
In the 90th minute, Y. Shua came on as a substitute for O. Atzili for Beitar Jerusalem. This late substitution came as Beitar Jerusalem were trailing AEK Larnaca 2-3 and needed a boost in the final minutes.
- 90'AEK Larnaca makes a substitution in the 90th minute.
In the 90th minute, AEK Larnaca brought D. Ivanovic on to replace Ledes Gustavo. The visitors made a personnel change in the final minutes, while leading Beitar Jerusalem 3-2.
- 90+2'R. Bajic put AEK Larnaca ahead in injury time.
In the 90+2nd minute, R. Bajic scored, giving AEK Larnaca a 2-3 lead over Beitar Jerusalem. The goal came in the final minutes, plunging the match into a tense and closely contested struggle.
- 90+5'Y. Shua received a yellow card in injury time.
In the 90+5th minute, Y. Shua of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct. The card came when Beitar Jerusalem were trailing 2-3, as the match entered its final minutes.
- 91'Extra time
The match went into extra time.
- 94'AEK Larnaca made a substitution in the 94th minute.
In the 94th minute, C. Kyriakou came on as a substitute for I. Pankov for AEK Larnaca. The visiting team made a substitution in the final minutes, while leading Beitar Jerusalem.
- 103'Z. Adoni received a yellow card in the 103rd minute.
In the 103rd minute, Z. Adoni of AEK Larnaca received a yellow card for a foul. At this point, the visiting team was leading Beitar Jerusalem 3-2, so every challenge was intense.
- 105+1'G. Ekpolo received a yellow card in extra time.
In the 105th minute and 1st second, G. Ekpolo of AEK Larnaca received a yellow card for a foul. The match was tense, with AEK Larnaca leading Beitar Jerusalem 2-3.
- 111'Beitar Jerusalem made a substitution in the 111th minute.
In the 111th minute, N. Markovitch came on as a substitute for D. Worko for Beitar Jerusalem. This was a substitution made during extra time, as Beitar Jerusalem were trying to find an equalizer.
- 115'N. Antwi received a yellow card in the 115th minute.
In the 115th minute, N. Antwi of Beitar Jerusalem received a yellow card after a foul. This was further evidence of the tense final minutes.
- 118'H. Milicevic received a yellow card in the 118th minute.
In the 118th minute, H. Milicevic of AEK Larnaca received a yellow card for time-wasting. The match was in its final minutes, with AEK Larnaca trying to maintain their advantage against Beitar Jerusalem.
- 120+1'Penalty shootout: AEK Larnaca 0 - 1
H. Milicevic(AEK Larnaca) successfully converted his penalty. Penalty shootout: 0 - 1.
- 120+1'Penalty shootout: Beitar Jerusalem 1 - 1
B. Carabali(Beitar Jerusalem) successfully converts his penalty. Penalty shootout: 1 - 1.
- 120+2'Penalty shootout: AEK Larnaca 1 - 2
D. Ivanovic(AEK Larnaca) successfully converts his penalty. Penalty shootout: 1 - 2.
- 120+2'Penalty shootout: Beitar Jerusalem 2 - 2
E. Ansah(Beitar Jerusalem) successfully converts his penalty. Penalty shootout: 2 - 2.
- 120+3'Penalty shootout: AEK Larnaca misses their penalty.
W. Rubio(AEK Larnaca) missed his penalty. Penalty shootout: 2 - 2.
- 120+3'Penalty shootout: Beitar Jerusalem 3 - 2
Y. Cohen(Beitar Jerusalem) successfully converted his penalty. Penalty shootout: 3 - 2.
- 120+4'Penalty shootout: AEK Larnaca 3 - 3
K. Pileas(AEK Larnaca) successfully converts his penalty. Penalty shootout: 3 - 3.
- 120+4'Rotating scores: Beitar Jerusalem 4 - 3
T. Muzie(Beitar Jerusalem) successfully converted his penalty. Penalty shootout: 4 - 3.
- 120+5'Penalty shootout: AEK Larnaca misses their penalty.
C. Kyriakou(AEK Larnaca) missed his penalty. Penalty shootout: 4 - 3.
- 120'Penalty shootout
The two teams proceeded to a penalty shootout.
- KTFinal score: Beitar Jerusalem 2-3 AEK Larnaca
The match ended with a score of 2-3.
Updated at 03:17 on 31/07/2026
Match information
Match:Beitar Jerusalem vs AEK Larnaca
Time:July 31, 2026 00:30
Stadium:Stadionul Ilie Oană
Beitar Jerusalem will face AEK Larnaca in the UEFA Europa Conference League, with both teams showing a clear difference in recent results, but neither side has held a decisive advantage in their last three encounters.
Beitar Jerusalem has the advantage of their recent form.
Beitar Jerusalem won their last match. This is a positive sign ahead of their clash with AEK Larnaca, especially regarding their ability to maintain focus and capitalize on the momentum after a favorable result.
However, just one recent match isn't enough to definitively say this team is completely superior. Beitar Jerusalem needs to translate their psychological advantage into a proactive approach, while avoiding a prolonged stalemate.
AEK Larnaca needs to react after the defeat.
AEK Larnaca entered the match after a defeat. This result highlighted the need for a responsive approach, from strengthening defensive solidity to maintaining composure in build-up play.
In highly competitive matches, the reaction to an unfavorable result often depends on how well a team controls the tempo. AEK Larnaca may need to prioritize safety in the early stages before looking to apply pressure and create dangerous opportunities.
The history of their head-to-head encounters is balanced.
The last three meetings have shown a balance: Beitar Jerusalem won one match, the two teams drew one, and AEK Larnaca won one. This trend suggests that the gap between the two teams is not large when considering their direct confrontations.
Therefore, the most recent results for each side are only a point of reference. Beitar Jerusalem has a psychological advantage after their victory, but AEK Larnaca still has reason to believe in their ability to compete thanks to their head-to-head record, which is not inferior.
The key tactical point
Beitar Jerusalem will likely want to capitalize on their current confidence to apply early pressure and take control of the game. However, pushing forward also requires balance, as AEK Larnaca can look for gaps to appear behind their defense.
Conversely, AEK Larnaca needs to organize their formation more tightly after their recent defeat. Their ability to transition from defense to attack will be a key factor to consider, especially given that their head-to-head history shows a relatively clear back-and-forth struggle between the two teams.
The match could also be decided by how each team handles transitional moments. Beitar Jerusalem needs to avoid rushing when seeking an advantage, while AEK Larnaca must maintain focus so as not to be drawn into the pace created by their opponent.
Match analysis
Beitar Jerusalem has a distinct advantage in recent form, while AEK Larnaca possesses a sufficiently balanced head-to-head record to create an unpredictable match. The difference could lie in their ability to control their mentality, organize their defense, and capitalize on opportunities at each stage.
Overall, this is an encounter where Beitar Jerusalem has reason to be more confident, but AEK Larnaca doesn't enter as the underdog. The outcome will likely depend on which team maintains discipline and better control at crucial moments.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
