In a high‑scoring encounter in the Serbian U19 League, TSC Backa Topola U19 defeated FK Novi Pazar U19 3–2 on Sunday afternoon. The win keeps TSC in the top half of the table, while Novi Pazar remain in a mid‑table battle.

First‑Half Fireworks

The match got off to a flying start. Novi Pazar took the lead in the 8th minute when striker Marko Jovanović latched onto a through‑ball and finished coolly. TSC responded quickly and equalised in the 18th minute through a header from defender Nikola Simić after a corner. The visitors then turned the game around in the 35th minute as winger Luka Marković cut inside and fired a low shot past the goalkeeper. Novi Pazar equalised just before half‑time (42nd minute) when midfielder Stefan Petrović smashed a rebound into the net.

Decisive Second‑Half Moment

The second half was more tactical, with both teams cautious after the frantic first period. The winning goal came in the 67th minute. TSC's striker Aleksandar Jovančević (no relation to the Novi Pazar player) showed great strength to hold off a defender before slotting home from a tight angle. Novi Pazar pushed for an equaliser but were denied by excellent goalkeeping from TSC's Milan Đorđević, who made three important saves in the final 20 minutes.

Standings Impact

TSC Backa Topola U19 move up to fifth with 28 points from 15 games, maintaining their push for a top‑three finish. FK Novi Pazar U19 drop to eighth, six points off the leaders. The result also extends TSC's unbeaten run to four matches.

Key Players

Aleksandar Jovančević's winning goal was the highlight, but midfielder Filip Vuković also impressed with his work rate and passing range. For Novi Pazar, Marko Jovanović's early goal showed his quality, but his teammates could not capitalise.