Mornar vs Sutjeska

Mornar's early control of the midfield battle proved decisive. After taking the lead through Dubljević in the 25th minute, they managed the game effectively, with Sutjeska struggling to carve out clear-cut chances against a well-organised Mornar defence. The match's major downside for Mornar came when Đurišić — the provider of the assist — was forced off after a heavy tackle, with the club later confirming a suspected ankle injury.

Balša Dubljević (Mornar) — The 24-year-old midfielder scored the game's only goal, arriving at the right time to convert Đurišić's delivery. His movement in the final third was a persistent threat throughout the first half.

Luka Đorđević (Mornar, trialist) — The 31-year-old former Montenegro international, who counts Zenit Saint Petersburg, Sampdoria and Twente among his former clubs, featured on trial. His experience was evident in his hold-up play and link-up with midfield runners.

Mornar defence — Organised and compact, they restricted Sutjeska to speculative efforts and recorded a clean sheet — always a meaningful achievement in pre-season, regardless of opposition.

The 1-0 scoreline at full time (matching the half-time score) points to a disciplined defensive display from Mornar after taking an early advantage. Pre-season friendlies often see heavy rotation — and coach Stešević used the full roster across both halves — which typically disrupts attacking rhythm and keeps scoring low. The single goal in the first half and a quieter second period fit this pattern.

For Mornar, this victory provides a confidence boost as they build towards the 2026/27 Montenegrin First League season. The possible injury to Đurišić is a concern that will be assessed in the coming days. The appearance of Luka Đorđević on trial hints at potential squad reinforcement in the attacking third.

Mornar finished second in the 2025/26 Montenegrin First League (51 pts, 20-9-7), trailing champions Sutjeska (72 pts). Sutjeska, who also won the title by an 11-point margin, will view this friendly as early preparation for their domestic title defence and potential European qualification campaign.

A routine pre-season workout between two familiar Montenegrin rivals. Mornar did what was needed — scored early, controlled the game, and kept a clean sheet — while the injury to Đurišić and the trial of Đorđević were the subplots with longer-term significance. Results in June friendlies are quickly forgotten, but individual performances and fitness concerns carry weight.