Pelješac Teams Advance to Cup Semifinals
Čilipi and Orebić, two clubs from the Pelješac peninsula, secured their spots in the semi-finals of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County Cup following quarterfinal matches played on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. The results set the stage for an intriguing semi-final draw scheduled for Monday, March 30.
Dramatic Penalty Shootout Sends Orebić Through
The most compelling contest unfolded in Čilipi, where Orebić faced Konavljanin, the current league champions and leaders of the 1. ŽNL (Dubrovačko-neretvanska). After a tightly contested 90 minutes, the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Ante Sršen opened the scoring for Konavljanin in the 6th minute, but Ivano Čepo equalized for Orebić in the 32nd minute. With no further goals, the match went to a penalty shootout.
Orebić’s goalkeeper proved to be the hero, saving two penalties to propel his team to the semi-finals. Ivano Čepo, Elmedin Alić, Matej Nađ, and Nikola Čepo all successfully converted their spot-kicks for Orebić, whereas Toni Miljanović scored for Konavljanin. The victory marks a significant achievement for the club from Orebić, overcoming the league leaders in a dramatic fashion.
Jadran LP Dominates in Blato
In Blato, Jadran LP, a member of the Super Sport Druga NL (third tier of Croatian football), demonstrated their superiority against BŠK Zmaj. Jadran LP justified their status as favorites, resolving the match in the first half with goals from Nikola Marić (10th and 33rd minutes) and David Maretić (43rd minute). Despite a stronger showing from BŠK Zmaj in the second half, Jadran LP held on to secure a comfortable victory.
Grk Upset Hajduk 1932 in a High-Scoring Affair
A remarkable seven goals were scored in the match between Grk and Hajduk 1932 in Potomje. The second-division side, Grk, defeated the first-division team, Hajduk 1932, with a final score of 4-3. Grk established a 3-0 lead through goals from Jure Lovrić (two goals) and Marko Utovac. Hajduk 1932 responded with goals from Ivan Maričić (penalty) and Domagoj Žuvela Grizun, narrowing the gap to 3-2. However, Grk regained a two-goal advantage with a goal from Rok Brečić, before Igor Žuvela scored a late goal for Hajduk 1932.
Neretva Advances After Draw with Croatia
In Gabrili, Neretva overcame Croatia after a 1-1 draw. The match went to penalties, where Neretva prevailed with a 4-1 victory.
Semi-Final Lineup Confirmed
The semi-finalists for the Dubrovnik-Neretva County Cup are Jadran LP, Orebić, Grk, and Neretva. The draw, which will determine the semi-final pairings, is scheduled for Monday, March 30. The outcome of the draw will set the stage for the final stages of the competition, promising exciting matches as these four teams battle for the County Cup title.
The performance of Orebić, particularly their goalkeeper Božo Dragobratović, has been a highlight of the tournament so far. Dragobratović’s crucial saves in the penalty shootout against Konavljanin were instrumental in securing his team’s place in the semi-finals.
For fans following the Dubrovnik-Neretva County Cup, the semi-final draw will be a key date to watch. The matches promise to be competitive, with each team showcasing the talent and determination that has carried them through to this stage of the competition. The tournament continues to provide a platform for local football clubs to compete and demonstrate their skills.
The next confirmed checkpoint is the semi-final draw on Monday, March 30. Stay tuned to Archysport for updates on the draw and further coverage of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County Cup.
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