NK Opatija fell to a narrow 0-1 defeat at home against HNK Cibalia in the Croatian First Football League on November 14, 2025. A solitary goal was enough for the visitors to claim all three points in a match defined by a single decisive moment. The only goal came against the run of play in the 28th minute, when Cibalia broke quickly and their winger finished calmly past the Opatija keeper. Opatija dominated possession for long periods thereafter and created several half-chances, but they lacked the precision to break down a well-drilled Cibalia defense. The visitors' goalkeeper was called into action late on to make a crucial save, securing a hard-fought away victory. The result provided a valuable boost for Cibalia's league campaign, while Opatija was left to ponder their lack of cutting edge.