FK Velez Mostar Thrash Rudar Prijedor in Seven-Goal Thriller

Match Date: 17 May 2026 | League: Bosnia and Herzegovina Premier League

A pulsating encounter at the Stadion Rođeni saw FK Velez Mostar run out 4-2 winners over Rudar Prijedor, with goals flying in from all angles. The home side’s attacking verve proved too much for a valiant but error-prone Rudar defence.

Match Overview

Velez Mostar came flying out of the blocks and were 2-0 up inside the first 20 minutes. Striker Adnan Mujić opened the scoring with a clinical finish, followed quickly by a long-range thunderbolt from midfielder Haris Hajdarević. Rudar Prijedor pulled one back before half-time through a penalty, but Velez restored their two-goal advantage early in the second half.

Key Moments

• 12' Goal: Velez 1-0 – Mujić rounds the keeper and taps in.
• 19' Goal: Velez 2-0 – Hajdarević’s 30-yard rocket.
• 38' Goal: Rudar 2-1 – Alen Kovačević converts from the spot.
• 52' Goal: Velez 3-1 – Centre-back Ivan Radoš heads in a corner.
• 68' Goal: Rudar 3-2 – Substitute Petar Jovanović taps in a rebound.
• 81' Goal: Velez 4-2 – Winger Amir Spahić seals the win with a powerful strike.

Tactical Story

Velez Mostar’s high press forced multiple Rudar turnovers, while their full-backs provided constant width. Rudar struggled to contain the home side’s movement in the final third but showed spirit to keep the game alive until late.

Standout Performers

Adnan Mujić was a constant menace, scoring once and creating another two. Rudar’s Alen Kovačević (goal and an assist) was their best player on an otherwise difficult afternoon.

Season Context

The win moves FK Velez Mostar into the top half of the Bosnian Premier League table, while Rudar Prijedor remain deep in relegation trouble with only a few games left.