Backa Topola secured a 2-1 away victory over Teleoptik in the Serbian Mozzart Bet Prva Liga on Friday, 23 October 2026, with a second-half winner settling a closely contested match in Zemun. Teleoptik fought back to level after conceding early, but Backa Topola’s pressing and sharper finishing in the final third proved decisive.

Match overview

Backa Topola started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute when Luka Jovanović latched onto a loose ball just outside the penalty area and drove a low shot into the bottom corner. Teleoptik responded well to the early setback, gradually settling into possession and forcing Backa Topola deeper. The equaliser arrived in the 52nd minute when Marko Pavlović finished calmly after a neat exchange on the edge of the box.

With the game level, both sides pushed for a winner. Teleoptik enjoyed more of the ball, but Backa Topola looked dangerous whenever they won it back in midfield. The decisive moment came in the 77th minute when Jovanović scored his second of the night, reacting quickest to a rebound and converting from close range. Teleoptik pressed late for another equaliser, but Backa Topola defended their box well and saw out the remaining minutes.

Key moments

• 12th minute: Luka Jovanović gives Backa Topola an early lead with a low strike from outside the area.
• 52nd minute: Marko Pavlović equalises for Teleoptik after a patient attacking move.
• 77th minute: Jovanović scores his second, pouncing on a rebound to restore Backa Topola’s advantage.
• 86th minute: Backa Topola’s goalkeeper makes a strong save from a Teleoptik header.

Tactical story

Teleoptik built their game around possession and patient circulation, often looking to their midfield to dictate the tempo. They created several promising openings after the break, but their final ball was inconsistent and they struggled to break down Backa Topola’s central defenders in the closing stages.

Backa Topola’s approach was more direct and aggressive. Their high press forced turnovers in dangerous areas, and Jovanović’s movement between the lines caused problems throughout. The away side were also efficient in transition, turning defence into attack quickly and capitalising on the spaces Teleoptik left when pushing forward.

Standout players and table impact

Jovanović was the clear difference-maker, scoring twice and leading the line with energy and composure. Pavlović was Teleoptik’s best performer, driving their comeback with intelligent link-up play and a well-taken goal. The three points strengthen Backa Topola’s position in the Serbian Mozzart Bet Prva Liga promotion conversation, while Teleoptik are left to reflect on a performance that merited more but lacked the finishing touch.