Tian Nai Koren continues to impress even among those older than himself: The barely 14-year-old prodigy from Maribor scores a hat-trick this time in the cadet league
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After scoring an impressive 32 goals in the Under-15 league, Maribor decided it was time for the young lad to make the leap to a higher level of competition. And there, Tian Nai Koren didn’t take long to make an impression. Furthermore, the hot 14-year-old, considered one of Slovenia’s most promising footballers, scored a … hat-trick in just his second match in the Under-17 category!
Maribor faced Aluminij at home in front of 100 spectators and defeated them 4-1. The first goal of the match came in the 20th minute, courtesy of Tian Nai Koren, son of Robert Koren, who then celebrated again in the 60th and 64th minutes. In between, Stefan Brankovski scored for Maribor in the 58th minute. Aluminij’s consolation goal came eight minutes before the end from Filip Pongračić. Maribor is currently second in the cadet league, trailing leaders Celje by just one point. It’s worth noting that Bravo and Olimpija have one game less, and if both Ljubljana clubs win on Sunday, they will surpass their Styrian rivals. Bravo will play at home against Mura, while Olimpija will visit NK Brinje Grosuplje. Aluminij is currently 11th in the cadet league.
Maribor Suffers First Loss of the Season
Maribor and Aluminij also faced each other in the Under-15 league, a clash between the top clubs. The Purple and Whites suffered a surprising defeat, which was – believe it or not – their first of the season! Aluminij won 1-0, reducing the gap behind Maribor to seven points. The decider was scored by Tine Gorše, securing three points for the club from Kidričevo in the 53rd minute.
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