Borac Cacak and FK Napredak Krusevac played out a tense 0-0 draw in the Serbian Mozzart Bet Prva Liga on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with both sides cancelling each other out at Stadion Borca. It was a match of few clear chances, strong defending and two goalkeepers who made sure the points were shared.

Final score: Borac Cacak 0-0 FK Napredak Krusevac

Match overview

The game was played at a measured tempo, with both teams cautious about committing too many players forward. Napredak Krusevac looked the more threatening side in the opening 20 minutes, using quick passes through midfield to create space on the edge of the box. Borac Cacak responded with a spell of pressure before half-time, and a header from a corner came back off the crossbar. The second half followed a similar pattern: Napredak had moments of control, Borac threatened from set pieces, and neither side could find a finishing touch. The final 10 minutes opened up slightly, but both goalkeepers stood firm.

Key moments

• 16th minute: Napredak forced a save from a low shot inside the penalty area.
• 31st minute: Borac headed against the crossbar from a corner.
• 52nd minute: Napredak’s counter ended with a shot that went just wide.
• 68th minute: Borac sent a free-kick narrowly over the bar.
• 81st minute: Borac’s goalkeeper made a double save to keep the score level.
• 90+2nd minute: Napredak shot wide from the edge of the box.

Tactical story

Both teams lined up in variations of 4-2-3-1, and the battle in midfield was intense from the first whistle. Napredak tried to play through the middle with short passes, while Borac preferred a more direct approach, looking for flick-ons and set pieces. The midfield screen in front of both back fours was excellent, which limited clear shots on goal. Borac’s set-piece threat was their most dangerous weapon, while Napredak’s best moments came from quick transitions. Neither side was willing to take excessive risks, and the draw was a fair reflection of the balance of play.

Standout players

Both goalkeepers were central to the result. Borac Cacak’s goalkeeper produced the save of the match in the 81st minute, while Napredak Krusevac’s goalkeeper commanded his area well and dealt with several crosses. Borac’s centre-back was dominant in the air and made a number of important clearances. For Napredak, the deep-lying midfielder kept the ball moving and broke up several attacks, while the centre-forward worked hard with limited service.

Season impact

The point keeps both teams in the promotion conversation in the Mozzart Bet Prva Liga, although each will feel they could have taken more. Borac Cacak will be pleased with a clean sheet and another disciplined defensive display, while Napredak Krusevac will rue the chances that came and went. With the league table still tight, points away from home are valuable, and both sides will look to turn draws into wins in the coming rounds.