Jadran KS vs Kamen Ivanbegovina Match Recap - Oct 25, 2025

Jadran KS Triumphs Over Kamen Ivanbegovina, Securing Vital Points Amidst Struggles

On a brisk October evening at Igralište Zmijski, Jadran KS overcame Kamen Ivanbegovina with a decisive 4-2 victory, a result that told the story of contrasting fortunes in this Third NL - Jug clash. Perhaps I was a bit too optimistic in my pre-match preview, predicting a tight contest, believing Kamen might muster an unexpected defiance. Instead, Jadran's attacking prowess proved too much for the struggling visitors, who remain mired in the depths of the league standings.

From the outset, it was clear that Jadran, currently positioned sixth with 17 points, sought to build on their recent success against Val Kaštel Stari. Their offensive intent became apparent early on, and within the first twenty minutes, they took the lead. Striker Ivan Žilić found the back of the net, igniting celebrations among the home fans. The hosts, buoyed by their recent victory, displayed a confidence that had been lacking in previous weeks, quickly doubling their advantage when Josip Perković capitalized on a defensive error, sending a powerful shot beyond Kamen's keeper.

Kamen Ivanbegovina, lingering at the bottom of the table with just 2 points, struggled to find answers. Their defense, already frail from a string of losses, cracked under the pressure exerted by Jadran. Nonetheless, the visitors managed to scrape a goal back just before halftime when Dario Brkljača's well-placed shot found the net, giving Kamen a glimmer of hope at 2-1.

However, any momentum Kamen hoped to harness quickly dissipated after the break. Jadran's Luka Bartulović, playing a key role in midfield, orchestrated play beautifully and soon after restored the two-goal cushion. A well-timed through ball from Bartulović allowed Žilić to strike again, making it 3-1 and effectively quelling any resurgence from the visitors.

Kamen, desperate for points, pushed for a response and found their second goal courtesy of Ante Leko, whose determination and skill finally paid off. But Jadran was not done yet; a late goal from Marko Tomić sealed the victory at 4-2 and confirmed Jadran's intent to solidify their place in the standings.

With this win, Jadran KS now sits comfortably in sixth place, poised to climb further if they maintain this form. For Kamen Ivanbegovina, this defeat serves as a stark reminder of their struggles, remaining winless with eight losses from ten matches. The prospect of a challenging season looms large, and drastic changes will be necessary if they are to salvage any semblance of pride.

As both teams move forward, Jadran will look to build on this momentum, targeting higher placements as they navigate the remainder of the season. Kamen, on the other hand, faces an uphill battle against relegation and must regroup quickly to find their footing in a league that has proven unforgiving thus far. The stakes couldn't be higher for both sides, as one thrives while the other falters, reminding us all how quickly fortunes can change in football.