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Radnički 1923 Hold Memorial After Manager Mladen Zizovic, 44, Dies Mid-Match

The club suspended training this week following a reported heart attack, postponing its next fixture.

Overview

  • Players and staff gathered Wednesday for a commemorative service honoring Zizovic, who had recently taken charge of the team.
  • Radnički 1923 halted training for the week and postponed the upcoming match against Čukarički, with a funeral scheduled for Thursday.
  • Zizovic collapsed in the 22nd minute at Mladost Lučani, received on‑field treatment, was taken to hospital, and the match was abandoned after news of his death reached officials around the 40th minute.
  • The Football Association of Serbia issued condolences, major Serbian clubs paid tribute, and UEFA posted a message honoring the coach.
  • Teammate Mehmed Cosic said the manager reported feeling unwell before kickoff and declined to finish a fish dish served earlier in the day.