FK Zvijezda 09 Stun Romanija Pale in BIH PL-RS Thriller

Pale, May 16, 2026 – In a high‑scoring affair in the First League of the Republika Srpska (PL-RS), FK Zvijezda 09 came from behind to defeat Romanija Pale 4-2. The away side’s attacking firepower proved too much for the hosts, who had taken an early lead.

Match Overview

The match at the Gradski Stadion began brightly for Romanija Pale, who pressed aggressively and found the net in the 11th minute through striker Milan Đukić. However, Zvijezda 09 responded swiftly, equalising just five minutes later when winger Alen Huskić curled in a free kick. From that moment, the visitors seized control and never looked back.

Key Moments

• 11’ – Goal! Đukić tapped in from a corner for Romanija.
• 16’ – Goal! Huskić’s superb free kick levelled the score.
• 33’ – Goal! Forward Stefan Filipović put Zvijezda ahead with a close‑range finish.
• 55’ – Goal! Captain Marko Perić headed in a cross from the right to make it 3-1.
• 71’ – Goal! Romanija’s Dejan Ivanović pulled one back with a deflected shot.
• 88’ – Goal! Substitute Nemanja Jović sealed the win with a solo run and cool finish.

The match featured end‑to‑end action, but Zvijezda 09’s superior finishing and organisation told in the end. Romanija Pale pushed forward late but left gaps at the back, which Jović exploited.

Tactical Story

Zvijezda 09 manager Saša Đurić opted for a counter‑attacking 4‑4‑2, inviting pressure before breaking quickly through the pace of Huskić and Filipović. Romanija Pale, playing a 3‑5‑2, were caught out by the visitors’ movement in wide areas, especially during transitions. The home side’s midfield struggled to track runners, leading to the second and third goals.

Standout Players

• Alen Huskić – The winger’s set‑piece ability and dribbling caused constant problems.
• Stefan Filipović – A constant threat, scoring one and assisting another.
• Nemanja Jović – Came off the bench to put the game beyond doubt with a brilliant individual goal.

League Impact

Victory lifts FK Zvijezda 09 into the top half of the PL-RS table, now just four points off the promotion playoff places. Romanija Pale drop to 11th and remain in a mid‑table logjam. The result also extends Zvijezda 09’s unbeaten run on the road to four matches, highlighting their strength away from home.