Bsk Bijelo Brdo vs NK Slaven Belupo Match Recap - Oct 29, 2025

In what can only be described as a one-sided affair, NK Slaven Belupo decisively dismantled Bsk Bijelo Brdo with a 3-0 victory in the Cup Round of 32 on October 29, 2025. The match, held at an undisclosed venue, showcased Slaven's commanding form while further deepening the woes of a struggling Bijelo Brdo side, which has now lost five of its last six matches.

The tone for the match was set early, as Andrija Filipović opened the scoring for Slaven just seven minutes in. His goal, a well-placed effort, sent the visiting fans into a frenzy and put Bijelo Brdo on the back foot from the outset. With their recent struggles, conceding early was precisely the scenario Bijelo Brdo wanted to avoid.

Despite their desperate need for a turnaround, Bijelo Brdo showcased little defensive cohesion throughout the first half. Slaven controlled the midfield, with Filipović and his teammates consistently pressing forward, making life difficult for the home side. As the minutes ticked by, the scoreline remained unchanged, but the sense of inevitability loomed-Slaven was in the driver's seat.

After the halftime break, the visitors doubled their lead in the 55th minute, with Josip Mitrović finding the back of the net. The goal not only deflated Bijelo Brdo's hopes of a comeback but also cemented Slaven's confidence. With a two-goal cushion, Slaven's players began to exude a carefree flair, dominating possession and showcasing their attacking talents.

As the match neared its conclusion, Mihail Caimacov added a third goal in the 90th minute, sealing the rout and establishing Slaven Belupo's strength in the competition. In stark contrast to their previous performances, where they often struggled, Slaven appeared rejuvenated and ready for deeper runs in the tournament.

Reflecting on my pre-match prediction, which confidently asserted that Slaven would secure a decisive victory, I must say it feels gratifying to have called it right-though perhaps not quite as dramatically as the final score suggests. Bijelo Brdo, which entered this match on a grim trajectory, averaging a mere 0.4 goals per game in their last ten matches, simply could not compete with Slaven's attacking dynamism.

The victory propels Slaven Belupo further along their Cup journey while leaving Bijelo Brdo in a precarious position. With no signs of recovery, the home side's league standing is becoming increasingly tenuous. For Slaven, this match serves as a launching pad-a confidence booster as they look ahead to future fixtures, both in domestic league play and cup competition. They will seek to build on this performance, hoping to establish a rhythm that carries them deeper into the knockout phases of the tournament. Meanwhile, Bijelo Brdo must regroup quickly or face the harsh reality of a season marred by missed opportunities and discontent among their supporters.