FK Novaci 3-3 FK Osogovo: Six-Goal Thriller Ends in Stalemate

FK Novaci and FK Osogovo played out an exhilarating 3-3 draw in the North Macedonia Second Football League on 23 May 2026. The back-and-forth encounter at Novaci’s home ground kept fans on the edge of their seats, with both teams trading blows from start to finish.

Match Overview

The match was a classic example of two evenly-matched sides refusing to back down. Novaci started brightly, only for Osogovo to fight back each time. The six-goal thriller showcased the attacking talent present in the Second League, and the final result felt like a fair reflection of a contest that could have gone either way.

Key Moments

• Novaci Strike First: The hosts took an early lead in the 12th minute through a well-worked set piece, heading home from a corner.
• Osogovo Response: The visitors equalized just before half-time, with a stunning long-range effort that left the goalkeeper helpless.
• Second-Half Drama: Novaci restored their lead twice, but Osogovo showed incredible resilience to equalize on both occasions, including a late goal in stoppage time.
• Late Heartbreak: Novaci thought they had won it in the 85th minute, only for Osogovo’s striker to net a dramatic equalizer in the 90+3rd minute.

Tactical Battle

FK Novaci relied on quick transitions and direct passing into the channels, while FK Osogovo preferred patient build-up play. The high tempo of the match meant both defenses were repeatedly exposed. Neither side could maintain a clean sheet, leading to a fair share of goalmouth action at both ends.

Standout Performers

Novaci’s creative midfielder was instrumental, scoring one and assisting another. For Osogovo, the visiting captain led by example, converting two clinical finishes to help his team salvage a point on the road. The draw keeps both teams in the battle for playoff positions in the Second League table.

League Context

The result leaves FK Novaci in seventh place, while FK Osogovo climb one spot to ninth. With several matches remaining, the point gained could prove valuable in the final standings.