Partizan’s Summer Blitz: Victory, New Talent, and European Prep
Victory to Kick Things Off Partizan’s footballers didn’t come to play around during pre-season! In their first friendly match for the new season, the black-and-whites edged out Niški Radnički 1-0, with the hero being just 18-year-old Bogdan Kostić, who scored the winning goal in the first half. Yes, you read that right — a teenager just stepping into senior football is already carrying the weight of victory on his shoulders.
New Talents on the Horizon But wait, there’s more! Partizan officially signed talented defender Ivan Vasiljević, who arrived from the youth academy of Atlético Madrid’s reserve team. He inked a four-year contract and was immediately made available to the first team’s coaching staff. The guy has represented all of Serbia’s youth national teams, signaling that Partizan is serious about investing in young talent and building for the future.
European Challenges and Preparations Partizan’s season officially kicks off on July 10 with an away match against Cyprus’s AEK in the first qualifying round of the Europa League. Before that, the black-and-whites will have a dress rehearsal at the “brotherly tournament” in Moscow, playing CSKA on July 1 and Dynamo three days later. The trip to Moscow will be the highlight of their preparations, which are taking place in Belgrade.
What Does This Mean? Partizan isn’t just gearing up for a new season; they’re sending a clear message: young players get a chance, and the club is ready to fight on the European stage. With a win over Niški Radnički and the signing of Vasiljević, it’s clear that Humska isn’t playing it safe — they’re going all in.
Conclusion If you thought Partizan would just survive the summer preparations, think again! This team is ready to light up the pitch, and we can’t wait to see how the young talents perform in real matches. So, who’s your favorite player? Do you believe Partizan can make it through the Europa League qualifiers? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s the real expert here!
