Lovcen Cetinje came from behind to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over FK Berane in a tense Montenegro Second League clash at Stadion Obilića Poljana on 30 August 2026. The home side produced a spirited second-half rally after a sloppy opening period, leaving the visitors crestfallen and the home faithful celebrating a crucial three points in the early season promotion hunt.

A Slow Start and a Wake-Up Call

FK Berane started brightly and stunned the home crowd by taking the lead inside the first ten minutes with a well-worked move down the left flank. Lovcen Cetinje struggled to settle, and their task became even harder when Berane doubled their advantage just past the half-hour mark with a clinical finish from a corner. Trailing 2-0 against a compact defensive side, Lovcen needed a response before the interval – and they found it two minutes before half-time, pulling one back with a poacher’s finish from a goalmouth scramble.

Second-Half Revival

The change in energy after the break was immediate. Lovcen Cetinje pressed higher and forced errors deep in Berane territory. The equaliser arrived in the 63rd minute, when a surging run from the right back ended with a cool slotted finish across the goalkeeper. The comeback was completed with just over 15 minutes remaining, as the home captain rose highest to meet a corner and powered a header into the top corner, sending the home crowd into raptures.

Discipline and Resilience

• Lovcen Cetinje: The goalkeeper made three crucial saves in the second half, including a one-on-one stop in injury time that preserved the result.
• FK Berane: Despite the loss, Berane’s forward duo caused problems all evening and will feel frustrated that their first-half dominance yielded only two goals.

What the Result Means

This victory lifts Lovcen Cetinje into the upper reaches of the Montenegro Second League standings, giving them early momentum in their aim of returning to the top flight. For FK Berane, the collapse will be a bitter pill to swallow, as they have now taken just one point from a winnable position this season. The result also highlighted the resilience of the Cetinje side, which will be essential if they are to remain in the mix at the top of the table.