FK IMT Beograd 1-1 Bačka Topola: Tivoli Park stalemate keeps Superliga race tight

Serbian Mozzart Bet Superliga | 25 May 2026 | Tivoli Park, Belgrade

FK IMT Beograd and Bačka Topola played out a fiercely competitive 1-1 draw at Tivoli Park on Monday night, a result that did little to separate the two sides in the upper reaches of the Serbian top flight. Both teams entered the fixture with aspirations of European qualification, and the intensity reflected those stakes.

Match Overview

The home side, IMT Beograd, took the initiative early in the first half, pressing high and forcing Bačka Topola into defensive errors. Their reward came in the 23rd minute when a well-worked move down the right flank ended with a clinical finish from Luka Đorđević, who slotted past the visiting goalkeeper. The goal settled the hosts, who controlled possession for the remainder of the half without creating further clear-cut chances.

Bačka Topola, known for their resilience under pressure, regrouped at the break. The second half saw a more aggressive away side, and they equalised in the 67th minute. A corner kick was met by Milan Đurić, whose powerful header left the IMT goalkeeper with no chance. The goal energised the visitors, but IMT’s defence held firm in the closing stages to secure a point.

Tactical Story

IMT Beograd’s tactical approach relied on width and quick transitions, but they struggled to penetrate a compact Bačka Topola defence after the equaliser. The visitors, meanwhile, shifted to a 4-4-2 diamond in the second half, which allowed them to dominate the midfield battle and create more sustained pressure. Both managers made late substitutions in search of a winner, but neither side could find the decisive strike.

• Possession: IMT 47% – 53% Bačka Topola
• Shots on target: IMT 4 – 5 Bačka Topola
• Yellow cards: IMT 3 – 2 Bačka Topola

Player to Watch

Bačka Topola’s Milan Đurić was the standout performer. His physical presence in the box caused problems all evening, and his well-timed equaliser earned his side a valuable away point. For IMT, midfielder Nikola Stojanović covered the most ground and made three key interceptions.

Table Impact

With this result, FK IMT Beograd remain fifth in the Superliga standings, while Bačka Topola stay fourth, now three points clear of the chasing pack. Both teams must improve their home form if they are to secure a spot in European competition next season.