HNK Cibalia snatched a narrow 0-1 away win against Karlovac in the Croatian First Football League on October 11, 2025. A solitary goal in the second half was enough to separate the two sides in a tightly contested and physical encounter. After a first half with few clear chances, Cibalia broke the deadlock against the run of play, capitalizing on a defensive error from the home side. Karlovac threw everything forward in search of an equalizer but found the Cibalia goalkeeper in inspired form, making several crucial saves to preserve the lead. The victory provided a vital three points for Cibalia in their campaign, halting Karlovac's positive momentum.