Hrvace claimed a valuable 2-1 home victory over HNK Cibalia in the Croatian First Football League on March 28, 2026. This crucial league result at Stadion Hrvace provides a significant boost to Hrvace's campaign as they look to climb the table and secure their top-flight status for the following season. The match was a tense and physical affair from the outset, with both teams aware of the importance of the points. Hrvace drew first blood with a goal from a well-executed counter-attack in the first half. Cibalia, a team with a proud history, fought back and equalized early in the second period through a penalty. The winner arrived in dramatic fashion, as Hrvace scored from a late corner in the 85th minute, sending the home fans into raptures. The match was not without controversy, as Cibalia had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside call in the first half, a decision that was hotly debated. This win moves Hrvace further away from the relegation zone, while Cibalia's struggles near the bottom of the table are compounded. The Hrvace manager called it a "massive three points," while the Cibalia coach expressed frustration at conceding from a set-piece so late in the game.