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FK Napredak Krusevac

08-24 03:00

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93′

N. Srećković

91′

A. Stojanovic

85′

Mihajlo·Milosavic

84′

M. Nešković

A. Todoroski

84′

A. Stojković

dragan tegeltija

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A.Stamenković

N. Stevanovic

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A.Novakovic

M. Zuvić

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P. Gigic

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B. Jovičić

N. Nikolić

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Mihajlo·Milosavic

Aleksandar stancic

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P. Gigic

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dragan tegeltija

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M. Radin

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tomovic

S. Jovanović

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A. Luković

filip krstic

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N. Srećković

A. Milić

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F. Stuparević

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A. Todoroski

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### FK Napredak Krusevac 1-2 Backa Topola: TSC Display Title Credentials with Gritty Away Win Serbian football giants Backa Topola once again proved why they are considered one of the strongest sides in the Mozzart Bet Prva Liga, edging past a stubborn FK Napredak Krusevac 2-1 in a compelling away match. The victory, played under the floodlights at the Mladost Stadium in Krusevac, extended TSC’s perfect start to the 2026-27 season and reinforced their status as early title favourites. Yet the hosts left the pitch with their heads high, having tested the visitors far more than the final scoreline suggests. #### A Competitive Opening in Central Serbia From the opening minute, it was clear that Napredak intended to disrupt Backa Topola’s rhythm with intense pressing and physical duels in midfield. The home side’s approach paid off early when they forced a series of corners and set-pieces, creating a real sense of menace inside the box. Backa Topola, renowned for their disciplined structure, initially looked uncomfortable but gradually asserted their quality in possession. The deadlock was broken midway through the first half when TSC strung together a flowing move that carved through the hosts’ defensive line. A clever reverse pass released the right winger, whose low center was turned in at the far post with a composed side-footed finish. The goal energized the away side, who began to dominate the ball and dictate the tempo. #### Napredak’s Resurgence and a Decisive Response Crvena Zvezda and Partizan may dominate media coverage, but matches like this showcase the depth of quality in Serbian football. Napredak, playing in front of a passionate home crowd, responded after the interval with renewed purpose. Their equalizer arrived in the 68th minute following a rapid counter-attack down the left flank. A precise cut-back found the onrushing central midfielder, whose powerful low drive from the edge of the box beat the TSC keeper and levelled the score. The celebrations lasted barely ten minutes, however. Backa Topola immediately reasserted their superiority, displaying the clinical edge that separates the top teams from the rest. A well-worked corner routine was headed towards the far post, where an unmarked defender stuck out a boot to turn the ball home. It was a simple but ruthlessly effective set-piece, underlining TSC’s readiness to win games even when their passing game is disrupted. #### What the Result Means - **Backa Topola** secured a third consecutive victory, moving to the top of the early Mozzart Bet Prva Liga standings. - **Napredak Krusevac** remained winless but demonstrated enough grit and attacking invention to suggest they will soon climb the table. - The two clubs now share a competitive history that consistently produces high-intensity encounters. For neutrals, this was a wonderfully contested Serbian league match that highlighted the growing competitiveness outside the traditional Belgrade duopoly. Backa Topola will take immense confidence from securing a tricky away win, while Napredak will look to channel their second-half display into a positive result in the coming rounds. With the season still young, both teams have shown they have the tools to achieve their respective goals: a title challenge for TSC, and a comfortable mid-table safety push for Krusevac.