Novi Beograd and Radnički Compete in Regional League Semifinals
The two top Serbian water polo clubs face off in a high-stakes match in Herceg Novi.
In the semifinals of the Regional League's concluding tournament, scheduled for tomorrow at 20:30 (local time), two of Serbia's premier water polo clubs, Novi Beograd and Radnički, are set to compete in what promises to be a significant derby.
Novi Beograd, the defending champions, aim to retain their title, while Radnički seeks to return to Kragujevac with the championship trophy.
This season, the rivals have met three times, with Novi Beograd winning two of those encounters under the leadership of coach Živko Gocić.
Coach Gocić emphasized the preparedness of his team, stating, "We strive to refine our philosophy and game to the maximum, and I believe we are on the right path to achieve that." He acknowledged the caliber of Radnički's lineup, which boasts world and Olympic champions, and maintains respect for their opponent.
The match is expected to be tightly contested, with Gocić noting that various factors will influence the outcome.
He underscored the importance of maintaining composure and adhering to their playing style.
Similarly, Uroš Stevanović, coach of Radnički and the Serbian national team, remarked on the familiarity between the two teams.
"We know each other very well; it is unlikely there will be any significant surprises.
Minor details may arise, but they will not determine the winner," he stated.
Stevanović highlighted that the tournament features four of the highest-quality teams in the region, noting the consistent performance of the Novi Beograd squad throughout the season.
He emphasized the competitive nature of the tournament, describing it as one of the strongest and most uncertain in the history of the former Yugoslavia.
Radnički player Nikola Marušić articulated the team’s objective of reclaiming supremacy in the Adriatic League after a four-year absence from the top.
He acknowledged the high stakes of the semifinals, asserting that victory would go to the team demonstrating a greater desire to progress to the final.
The semifinal matchups also include Jadran Herceg Novi against Jadran Split, taking place earlier that day at 17:30. The final is scheduled for Saturday at 19:30.
Novi Beograd, the defending champions, aim to retain their title, while Radnički seeks to return to Kragujevac with the championship trophy.
This season, the rivals have met three times, with Novi Beograd winning two of those encounters under the leadership of coach Živko Gocić.
Coach Gocić emphasized the preparedness of his team, stating, "We strive to refine our philosophy and game to the maximum, and I believe we are on the right path to achieve that." He acknowledged the caliber of Radnički's lineup, which boasts world and Olympic champions, and maintains respect for their opponent.
The match is expected to be tightly contested, with Gocić noting that various factors will influence the outcome.
He underscored the importance of maintaining composure and adhering to their playing style.
Similarly, Uroš Stevanović, coach of Radnički and the Serbian national team, remarked on the familiarity between the two teams.
"We know each other very well; it is unlikely there will be any significant surprises.
Minor details may arise, but they will not determine the winner," he stated.
Stevanović highlighted that the tournament features four of the highest-quality teams in the region, noting the consistent performance of the Novi Beograd squad throughout the season.
He emphasized the competitive nature of the tournament, describing it as one of the strongest and most uncertain in the history of the former Yugoslavia.
Radnički player Nikola Marušić articulated the team’s objective of reclaiming supremacy in the Adriatic League after a four-year absence from the top.
He acknowledged the high stakes of the semifinals, asserting that victory would go to the team demonstrating a greater desire to progress to the final.
The semifinal matchups also include Jadran Herceg Novi against Jadran Split, taking place earlier that day at 17:30. The final is scheduled for Saturday at 19:30.
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