Vojvodina Novi Sad delivered a composed away performance to defeat OFK Beograd 2-0 in the Mozzart Bet Superliga on Sunday evening, strengthening their push near the top of the table while leaving the hosts with another frustrating home result.

Vojvodina were not the most dominant side in possession, but they were the more dangerous team throughout. A first-half opener settled their nerves, and a second goal midway through the second half allowed them to manage the closing stages with real authority. OFK Beograd had spells of pressure, especially before the interval, but they lacked the final pass and the finishing touch to turn territory into goals.

Match overview

The game was played at a brisk tempo, with OFK Beograd looking to impose themselves early in front of their own supporters. The home side circulated the ball well in midfield and tried to attack through the channels, but Vojvodina’s defensive shape remained disciplined. The visitors sat in a compact mid-block, invited pressure in harmless areas, and then looked to break quickly when turnovers arrived.

That approach paid off in the 27th minute. A sharp turnover in midfield released Lazar Nikolić, who drove into the penalty area and finished low beyond the goalkeeper. The goal changed the mood inside the stadium and forced OFK Beograd to take more risks before half-time. They nearly responded when Nikola Čović struck the post, but Vojvodina survived the scare and went into the break with a deserved lead.

Key moments

• 27th minute – Vojvodina take the lead: Lazar Nikolić finished a quick counter-attack with a low strike after being played through by Stefan Vukić.
• 41st minute – OFK Beograd go close: Nikola Čović found space at the edge of the box and curled an effort against the post with the goalkeeper beaten.
• 68th minute – The decisive second goal: Dušan Joksimović rose highest from a corner and headed Vojvodina into a 2-0 lead.
• 84th minute – Late save preserves the clean sheet: Vojvodina goalkeeper Aleksandar Popović reacted well to deny OFK Beograd a consolation goal from close range.

Tactical story

Vojvodina set up in a 4-2-3-1 system and were happy to concede possession in deeper areas. Their two holding midfielders protected the space in front of the back four, while the wide attackers stayed ready to spring forward on transitions. The visitors’ best work came when they won the ball in midfield and attacked before OFK Beograd could reset.

OFK Beograd used a 4-3-3 shape and tried to build patiently, but their attacks too often ended in speculative crosses or long-range shots. The home side’s full-backs pushed high, which created width, yet Vojvodina’s central defenders handled the crosses well. Once the second goal went in, OFK Beograd’s structure became more stretched, and Vojvodina comfortably saw out the match.

Standout performers

Stefan Vukić was at the heart of Vojvodina’s best moves, combining energy with intelligent passing in midfield. His assist for the opener was the game’s defining moment, and he continued to break up OFK Beograd’s rhythm after the break. Dušan Joksimović also deserves credit for his defensive display and the headed goal that effectively settled the contest.

For OFK Beograd, Nikola Čović was the most persistent attacking threat and was unfortunate not to score. The goalkeeper made a few important saves to keep the scoreline respectable, but the home side’s attacking unit never found the cohesion needed to break down a well-organized opponent.

What it means in the table

The win gives Vojvodina another important boost in the Mozzart Bet Superliga standings and keeps them in the conversation among the league’s leading clubs. An away clean sheet against a tricky opponent is exactly the kind of result that builds momentum over a long season. For OFK Beograd, the defeat leaves them searching for consistency, particularly at home, where points are essential if they are to move clear of the lower half of the table.