Víkingur R. and Hapoel Be'er Sheva Tied 1-1 in Europa League Qualifier

The Europa League qualifying match between Icelandic champions Víkingur R. and Israeli champions Hapoel Be'er Sheva is currently tied 1-1. The game, held in Reykjavík, is in its 66th minute, with neither side able to establish a decisive advantage.

Víkingur R. had a notable chance to take the lead when Oliver Ekroth's header went over the bar following a well-placed cross from Helgi. The Icelandic side has shown moments of promise, but the Israeli champions have also posed a threat, keeping the score level.

The first leg of this second-round qualifying tie is being closely followed, with the outcome yet to be decided. The stakes are high, as the winner of this two-legged contest will progress to face either Red Star Belgrade of Serbia or Larne FC from Northern Ireland in the next round.

Meanwhile, in another Icelandic league match, Fylkir and Afturelding are locked in a 0-0 draw at halftime. The first half was described as very divided, with Afturelding starting stronger before Fylkir gained the upper hand in the latter part of the half. The second half promises to be an exciting continuation of their domestic league encounter.