Radomlje 0 – 1 NK Varteks Varazdin | International Club Friendly
Saturday, 11 July 2026 – kick‑off 00:00

Friendly Encounter Decided by Early Strike

NK Varteks Varazdin edged past Slovenian side Radomlje 1‑0 in a tightly contested pre‑season friendly played behind closed doors. The Croatian third‑tier outfit showed plenty of organisation and secured the win with a goal inside the opening quarter of an hour.

Key Moment

The only goal of the match arrived in the 13th minute. A swift move down the right flank saw winger Marko Babić deliver a low cross that was turned home by striker Ivan Horvat from six yards out. Radomlje’s goalkeeper, Nejc Kolman, got a hand to it but could not keep it out.

Match Story

Radomlje, competing in the Slovenian PrvaLiga, dominated possession for large spells but lacked a cutting edge. Their best chance came just after the hour mark when forward Luka Šuler forced a diving save from Varteks custodian Mateo Krajcar. The home side pushed for an equaliser in the final 20 minutes, but Varteks held firm with disciplined defending.

The friendly served as an important fitness test for both squads, with Varteks Varazdin continuing their preparations for the upcoming Croatian third‑division season. For Radomlje, the result is a minor disappointment but the performance offered plenty of encouragement ahead of their league campaign.

What the Managers Said

Radomlje coach Dejan Djuranović noted after the game: “We controlled the match for long periods but missed that final pass. These friendlies are about sharpening our movement, and we saw good signs.” Varteks manager Nenad Bjelica praised his team’s defensive work ethic, saying: “It was a solid run‑out against a quality opponent. The clean sheet is a bonus.”