Bilbija goal lifts Zrinjski past Velež in Cup match
MOSTAR, Bosnia-Herzegovina (Interstat) — Nemanja Bilbija’s first-half strike gave Zrinjski a 1-0 victory over FK Velež Mostar on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in the Cup in Bosnia and Herzegovina at Stadion Bijeli Brijeg. The goal arrived in the 37th minute and stood as the only score of the match. Zrinjski improved to 1-0 in both the Cup and across all competitions this season, while FK Velež Mostar dropped to 0-1 in the Cup and 0-1 overall. The home side controlled much of the contest, limiting the visitors’ scoring chances in the shutout win. The result gave Zrinjski early momentum in the domestic cup competition. FK Velež Mostar now must regroup after failing to find the net in its opening fixture. The match featured tight defensive play on both sides, with Bilbija’s finish providing the decisive moment. Zrinjski capitalized on its opportunity and held firm defensively to secure the three points in the cup format. The loss leaves FK Velež Mostar searching for its first win of the season.