Kabel Novi Sad Stun FAP with Comeback Victory

In a pulsating encounter in the Serbian Mozzart Bet Prva Liga, FAP suffered a disappointing 1-2 home defeat to Kabel Novi Sad on May 12, 2026. The match saw an early lead for FAP overturned by a determined Kabel side that showed resilience and quality.

FAP started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute. A well‑worked move down the right flank ended with a cut‑back and a clinical finish from the edge of the penalty area. The home crowd roared their approval. For a while, FAP looked in control, pressing high and creating half‑chances.

However, Kabel Novi Sad grew into the game. Their equalizer arrived in the 38th minute when a corner was not properly cleared, and the ball fell kindly for an unmarked Kabel midfielder to blast home from 12 yards. It was the spark Kabel needed.

Second Half Drama

The second half saw a shift in momentum. Kabel Novi Sad began to dominate possession, forcing FAP onto the back foot. The winning goal came in the 67th minute. A quick counter‑attack left FAP’s defense exposed; a through ball allowed the Kabel striker to round the goalkeeper and slot into an empty net.

FAP pushed for an equalizer but lacked creativity in the final third. Their best chance came in the 82nd minute when a header from a free‑kick went just wide. Kabel Novi Sad defended stubbornly, securing a vital three points on the road.

Table Implications

The result is a significant boost for Kabel Novi Sad, who move up to 8th place, well clear of the relegation zone. For FAP, the defeat leaves them in 11th, only three points above the drop. They will rue missed opportunities in the first half. The narrow loss highlights FAP’s inconsistency, while Kabel have now won two consecutive away matches.

With the league season approaching its climax, every point matters. FAP must recover quickly as they face a tricky fixture next week. Kabel, meanwhile, will look to build on this momentum and push for a top‑half finish. Attendance was around 400 at the FAP ground.