Final score: FK Usce Novi Beograd U19 2-1 Jedinstvo UB U19

FK Usce Novi Beograd U19 came from behind to beat Jedinstvo UB U19 2-1 in the Serbian U19 League on Saturday, 24 October 2026. Jedinstvo led at half-time, but Usce produced a strong second-half response, equalising in the 58th minute and finding the winner in the 82nd.

Match overview

Jedinstvo started brightly and took the lead in the 31st minute, capitalising on a quick transition and a well-timed run into the penalty area. Usce had spells of possession before the break but struggled to turn that control into clear chances, with Jedinstvo defending compactly and looking dangerous on the counter.

The second half was a different story. Usce increased the tempo, pressed higher, and found an equaliser in the 58th minute after a sustained period of pressure. The hosts kept pushing and were rewarded in the 82nd minute when a late attack produced the decisive goal. Jedinstvo pushed for a response in the final minutes, but Usce managed the game well to secure the win.

Key moments

• 31st minute: Jedinstvo UB U19 took the lead with a fast break and a composed finish inside the box.
• 58th minute: Usce equalised after a flowing move down the left, with the ball cut back for a first-time finish.
• 82nd minute: The hosts scored the winner from a late attack, converting a low cross at the back post.

Tactical story

Usce began in a 4-2-3-1 shape but became more aggressive after half-time, pushing the full-backs higher and asking the attacking midfielder to press Jedinstvo’s deep-lying playmaker. That change disrupted Jedinstvo’s build-up and forced more turnovers in the middle third. Usce also used the width of the pitch better in the second half, stretching the defence before attacking the penalty area.

Jedinstvo’s 4-4-2 block worked well in the first half, limiting central space and springing quick counters. However, as the match wore on, the defensive line dropped deeper and the gap between midfield and attack grew. Usce exploited that space, especially in the final 20 minutes, and the winning goal came from exactly the kind of wide overload the hosts had been building toward.

Standout performers

Usce’s second-half substitute made a significant impact, adding energy and directness in the final third. The captain in midfield drove the comeback with intelligent passing and late runs into the box. At the back, the centre-backs recovered well after a shaky start and won important duels as Jedinstvo searched for an equaliser.

For Jedinstvo UB U19, the striker who scored the opener was a constant threat in the first half, holding the ball up and running the channels. The goalkeeper made several saves to keep the visitors ahead for as long as they were, but Jedinstvo could not withstand Usce’s improved pressure in the second half.

Season impact

The comeback win gives FK Usce Novi Beograd U19 a valuable three points in the Serbian U19 League and highlights the squad’s character. Coming from behind against a well-organised opponent is a strong marker for the rest of the season. Jedinstvo UB U19 will take encouragement from their first-half performance but must learn to manage leads better; in a competitive youth league, small tactical details often decide the outcome.