NK Brinje Grosuplje 1–0 Corvinul Hunedoara
International Club Friendly | 25 June 2026

NK Brinje Grosuplje edged Corvinul Hunedoara 1‑0 in a closely contested pre‑season friendly at the Športni Park. The Slovenian hosts made the most of limited chances to claim a narrow victory over the Romanian second‑division side.

Match Details

The game was played at a brisk pace from the first whistle, though clear‑cut opportunities were scarce. Both defences looked solid, with Brinje’s backline particularly disciplined in cutting out crosses and snuffing out counter‑attacks. The breakthrough came in the 34th minute: a quick throw‑in on the right flank found the Brinje winger, who cut inside and fired a low shot into the far corner.

Corvinul had a chance to level just before half‑time when a defensive mix‑up presented their striker with a one‑on‑one, but the Brinje goalkeeper made a crucial save with his legs.

Second‑Half Substitutions Shape the Game

Both coaches used the second half to experiment with line‑ups, making a combined 12 changes. The flow of the match became more fragmented, but Brinje remained the more dangerous side, hitting the post from a free‑kick in the 67th minute. Corvinul pushed forward in the final quarter‑hour, yet Brinje’s compact shape and disciplined pressing ensured the clean sheet remained intact.

Pre‑Season Significance

For NK Brinje Grosuplje, this result builds confidence as they continue preparations for the Slovenian PrvaLiga. Head coach Bojan Perić will be pleased with the defensive solidity and the efficient finishing in a game that offered valuable minutes for fringe players. Corvinul Hunedoara, gearing up for Liga II, will focus on sharpening their attack after failing to convert promising spells into goals.