HNK Cibalia won a five-goal thriller, defeating HNK Orijent 1919 3-2 in the Croatian First Football League on February 15, 2026. In an entertaining match at the Stadion Krimeja, the visitors held on for a narrow victory after a second-half surge from the home team. Cibalia raced into a commanding two-goal lead in the first half with some sharp attacking play. Orijent fought back brilliantly after the break, scoring twice to level the match and set up a grandstand finish. However, Cibalia showed great composure to score a late winner, securing a dramatic match result. The victory is a significant boost for Cibalia's campaign, moving them into a stronger position in the league table, while Orijent is left with nothing from a valiant effort. The Orijent manager praised his team's spirit but criticized defensive lapses, and the Cibalia coach was delighted with his team's resilience. The lineups promised an attacking game, and both teams delivered, with Cibalia's clinical edge in the final minutes proving the difference.