Overview
- Paunović will debut on November 13 at Wembley against England and on November 16 at home against Latvia.
- He replaces Dragan Stojković as Serbia seeks to keep a 2026 World Cup route alive through a playoff.
- Serbia sits third in its group and needs two wins while hoping Albania fails to win to reach the playoff spot.
- FSS secretary general Branko Radujko said Paunović prioritized taking charge immediately over contract terms, with long‑term talks to follow after the window.
- The federation’s confirmation overrides earlier reports of a January 2026 start, stating he assumes the role at once.