Laktasi 1-0 FK Kozara | International Club Friendly

Laktasi edged out local rivals FK Kozara 1-0 in a tightly contested pre-season friendly on the night of 25-26 July 2026. The match, played at the Gradski Stadion in Laktasi, featured a spirited display from both sides but was ultimately decided by a single moment of quality in the first half.

Match Overview

Both teams are from Bosnia and Herzegovina’s lower leagues, and the friendly served as an important fitness test ahead of the new season. The game began at a high tempo, with Laktasi pressing aggressively from the start. Their efforts paid off in the 32nd minute when a well-timed run and cross from the left flank found forward Aleksandar Jović, who volleyed home from close range.

FK Kozara responded with several attacks of their own, particularly after the interval. They dominated possession for large spells in the second half but lacked a cutting edge in the final third. Laktasi’s defence, marshalled by experienced centre-back Marko Petrović, held firm to secure the clean sheet.

Key Moments

• 32' – Jović scores with a first-time volley after a cross from the left.
• 58' – Kozara’s best chance: a header from a free kick goes just wide.
• 71' – Laktasi goalkeeper makes a sharp save low to his right to deny a shot from 20 yards.
• 89' – Kozara have a penalty appeal waved away after a collision in the box.

Tactical Story

Laktasi set up in a compact 4-4-2, looking to hit on the counter-attack after absorbing pressure. Their goal came from exactly that pattern: a quick transition from defence to attack. Kozara, playing a 4-2-3-1, struggled to break down the deep block despite enjoying the bulk of possession. Their lack of a creative number 10 was evident, with most attacks coming from wide crosses that were comfortably dealt with.

The win gives Laktasi a morale boost ahead of their league campaign, while FK Kozara will look to sharpen their attacking moves in future friendlies.