The title clash in Stožice ended without a winner, leaving everything as it was: Marcel Ratnik saved Olimpija
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The championship match ended with a result that leaves everything as it was. Olimpija hosted Celje at Stožice, and although Celje was on its way to victory, five minutes before the end of regular time, the Dragons managed to salvage a draw. The match concluded with a 1:1 scoreline, with the acknowledgment that the Ljubljana team demonstrated more on the field in the clash of the two best clubs in the Prva Liga Telemach…
Even though Olimpija had much more possession and statistically was the better side in the dynamic first half, it was Celje that was happier heading into halftime with a lead. However, credit for Celje’s goal goes to… Olimpija! Not only did Agustin Doffo lose the ball recklessly in front of his own goal, but after a shot from Žan Karničnik, Marcel Ratnik also deflected the ball significantly, leaving Denis Pintol helpless. Celje led, and Olimpija had reason to regret: they had several promising actions, including Peter Agba hitting the woodwork.
In the second half, Olimpija understandably pressed even more on the goal of their Styrian opponent. However, as the match approached its end, it seemed that Celje would be the ones celebrating. Nevertheless, it did not turn out that way. Marcel Ratnik, who signed a new contract with the Dragons this week, ensured in the 85th minute that the Dragons did not have to admit defeat to their opponents. The young Prekmurje native placed his foot in the right spot after a corner with an extended ball to the far post, and after his instinctive shot along the ground, Matjaž Rozman was completely powerless.
In the second half, Olimpija hit the frame of Celje’s goal twice more; the statistics were entirely in favor of the green and whites. However, Celje achieved what they came to Ljubljana for – they remained undefeated. Consequently, they continue on their way to their second national championship title. Olimpija will undoubtedly regret the missed opportunity for quite some time. The Dragons were, as mentioned, the better side this time…
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