NK Nafta 2–1 ND Beltinci
Slovenia 2.Liga – 10 May 2026

NK Nafta claimed a hard-fought 2–1 victory over ND Beltinci on 10 May 2026 in a Slovenia 2.Liga clash that kept the home side’s promotion hopes alive. Playing in front of their supporters, Nafta showed resilience after conceding an early goal, turning the match around with two second‑half strikes to secure all three points.

Match Overview

The encounter at Nafta’s home ground began with Beltinci pressing high and taking a surprise lead in the 14th minute. A swift counter‑attack caught the Nafta defence off guard, and the visitors’ forward finished calmly past the goalkeeper. The early setback forced Nafta to adjust their approach, pushing higher up the pitch in search of an equaliser before half‑time. Despite several half‑chances, the score remained 1–0 in favour of Beltinci at the break.

Second‑Half Turnaround

Nafta came out with renewed intensity after the interval. Their persistence paid off in the 58th minute when a well‑worked move through the midfield ended with a precise shot into the bottom corner, levelling the tie at 1–1. Buoyed by the equaliser, the home side continued to dominate possession and create openings. The decisive moment arrived in the 73rd minute: a corner kick was met by a towering header from a Nafta defender, sending the ball into the net and putting the hosts ahead for the first time.

Defensive Stand and Key Moments

Beltinci attempted to respond and pushed numbers forward in the final 15 minutes, but Nafta’s backline held firm. The visitors had a golden opportunity in the 81st minute when a free‑kick from just outside the box forced a flying save from the Nafta goalkeeper. In stoppage time, Beltinci’s appeals for a penalty were waved away, and Nafta saw out the remaining seconds to claim a vital victory.

• Early setback: Beltinci took the lead in the 14th minute.
• Equaliser: Nafta levelled in the 58th minute through a clinical finish.
• Winner: A headed goal from a corner in the 73rd minute sealed the result.
• Late drama: Beltinci pushed for an equaliser but were denied by saves and strong defending.

Season Impact

The win moved NK Nafta into a stronger position in the 2.Liga standings as the season entered its decisive final rounds. With several matches remaining, each victory is crucial for clubs eyeing promotion to the top flight. ND Beltinci, meanwhile, were left to rue a missed opportunity after an encouraging first‑half display, but remain in mid‑table safety.

Nafta’s ability to fight back from a goal down will give the squad confidence ahead of a challenging run‑in. For Beltinci, the defeat served as a reminder of the fine margins that define the competitive landscape of the Slovenian second tier.