HNK Segesta Sisak vs. Mladost Ždralovi – Croatian Second Football League, 9 May 2026

Mladost Ždralovi snatched a 1-0 win over HNK Segesta Sisak on 9 May 2026, courtesy of a second-half goal and a disciplined defensive display. The result boosted Mladost’s promotion aspirations in the Croatian Second Football League, while Segesta Sisak were left frustrated after failing to convert their chances.

Match Overview

The match at Sisak was a tense affair, with Segesta controlling much of the possession in the first half but unable to find a way past the Mladost goalkeeper. The visitors grew into the game after the break and scored the only goal in the 58th minute: a long throw-in caused chaos in the Segesta box, and the ball fell to a Mladost forward who smashed it home from close range. Segesta pushed for an equaliser, bringing on attacking substitutes, but Mladost’s backline stood firm, blocking shots and clearing crosses under pressure. The home side’s best chance came in stoppage time, but a header was saved brilliantly.

Key Moments

• Missed chance (30′): Segesta’s winger shot wide from inside the box after a swift counter.
• Goal (58′): A scramble from a long throw-in produced the winner for Mladost Ždralovi.
• Late save (90+2′): The Mladost goalkeeper tipped a header over the bar to preserve the lead.

Standout Players

Mladost Ždralovi’s goalkeeper was the hero, making several crucial saves, including a point-blank stop in the second half. The winning goalscorer also showed composure in a crowded box.

Season Impact

The victory kept Mladost Ždralovi in the hunt for a top-two finish and potential promotion to the Croatian First Football League. Segesta Sisak remained in the lower half of the table, with their inconsistent home form proving costly.