Draw for Croatian Football Cup Preliminary Round: Vukovar Joins Elite Supersport HNL!
In the offices of the Croatian Football Federation, the draw for the preliminary round of the Croatian Football Cup for the upcoming season was held. Even though the season is just beginning, there is already a buzz because Vukovar, the new member of the elite Supersport HNL, will participate in this phase of the competition! Yes, you read that right – Vukovar, a club that earned its place among the best through its rise and fight.
When and how?
The preliminary round matches are scheduled for August 27, with 16 clubs participating, including Vukovar. After the preliminary round, in the round of 32, all other clubs join, including the title defender Rijeka, who last season was better than Slaven Belupo in the final.
Changes in the final
Starting next season, the final will be played as a single match, hosted at the Osijek Opus Arena. This is a big change from the previous two-legged final, which will surely increase the tension and unpredictability in the cup’s conclusion.
Who is competing?
The preliminary round features exciting matchups: Nehaj vs. Vukovar, Neretva vs. Zadrugar, Uljanik vs. Bjelovar, BSK vs. Solin, Varteks vs. Moslavina, Radnik vs. Križevci, Došk vs. Špansko, Gaj vs. Mače, Zemunik vs. Kurilovec, Maksimir vs. Jadran Poreč, Slavonija vs. Marsonia, Bednja vs. Karlovac, Jedinstvo vs. Dugo Selo, Bedem vs. Dinamo Predavac, Radnički vs. Graničar, Libertas vs. Opatija, Koprivnica vs. Pitomača.
Why is this important?
Vukovar’s entry into the Supersport HNL and their participation in the preliminary round symbolizes a new wave in Croatian football. Clubs from smaller towns get a chance to showcase themselves on the big stage, and that’s what makes football special – unpredictability and opportunity for all.
Conclusion
The season promises exciting matches, and the changes in the final format will spice up the fight for the trophy even more. Will Vukovar justify the trust and cause an upset? All eyes are on them and the other clubs fighting for the prestigious Croatian Cup.
So, what about you? Which matchup smells like an upset? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s the real prophet of Croatian football!
