R4 MATCHDAY PROGRAMME

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MARCH 22 ROUND 4

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GAME DAY

MARCH 2025

5:00PM

1SOLUTION

HISTORY

FK Beograd: A Legacy of Passion, Community, and Football Excellence Founded on November 19, 1949, FK Beograd has been a pillar of South Australian soccer for over 75 years. Established by Serbian immigrants in Adelaide, the club has grown from its humble beginnings into one of the state's most respected football institutions. Originally formed to provide a sense of community and cultural connection, FK Beograd has evolved into a competitive force in the South Australian National Premier League, with a reputation built on passion, resilience, and dedication.

The club’s foundation was laid by key figures such as Ilija Ilic, Danilo Cukic, Vasilije Kekovic, and Frank Mitchell, who worked tirelessly to establish a place where football and Serbian heritage could thrive. Over the decades, FK Beograd has undergone changes, including a rebranding to White City Woodville in 1992, before proudly returning to its original name in 2022—a testament to the enduring spirit and history of the club.

On-Field Success and Achievements Throughout its history, FK Beograd has enjoyed significant success on the pitch, cementing its status as one of South Australia’s top football clubs. The club has won the South Australian First Division Championship three times (1979, 1983, 1993) and lifted the Federation Cup on five occasions (1980, 1983, 1993, 1996, 2005). Additionally, FK Beograd secured the prestigious Top Four Cup in 1979. These accomplishments highlight the club’s dedication to excellence and its competitive spirit across generations.

A Club Built on Passionate Supporters and Future Stars Beyond the game, FK Beograd is defined by its passionate supporters and the tireless efforts of its volunteers. The club’s heartbeat is its loyal fan base, including the spirited "Beograd Ultras"—a dedicated group of junior supporters who bring energy, chants, and unwavering encouragement to every match. Their enthusiasm embodies the club’s deep-rooted culture, creating an electric atmosphere on game days.

But the juniors aren’t just on the sidelines—they are the future of FK Beograd. The FK Beograd Junior Academy provides opportunities for young players to develop their skills, with teams ranging from Under-6s to Under-17s. Under the leadership of Junior Technical Director Michael Jakobsen, a former professional footballer with experience in European leagues and Australia’s A-League, the club is committed to nurturing the next generation of footballers. Jakobsen’s expertise and vision ensure that FK Beograd’s youth development remains at the highest standard, with a focus on technical growth, discipline, and passion for the game.

Volunteer Leadership and Behind-the-Scenes Heroes FK Beograd is proudly run by volunteers, whose contributions keep the club thriving. Under the leadership of President Andrew Andrija Popovich and Vice President Sasha Lalic, a dedicated group ensures the smooth operation of all aspects of the club, from administration to match-day logistics. Special acknowledgment is given to those who work tirelessly in the bar and kitchen, as well as those handling maintenance, event planning, and fundraising efforts. Their commitment is invaluable, and the club expresses its deepest gratitude: "To all our volunteers, thank you for your hard work, passion, and dedication. Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and FK Beograd would not be the same without you."

Looking Ahead As FK Beograd continues to grow, its mission remains the same: to nurture young talent, compete at the highest level, and strengthen its community bonds. The club’s National Premier League (NPL) squad is at the heart of this vision, with a talented playing group striving for success under the guidance of an experienced coaching staff. Led by Head Coach Adrian D'Aloia, the team is supported by a strong technical staff, including Assistant Coaches John Falidis and Matt Muscroft, Goalkeeper Coach Lee Addison, Strength & Conditioning Coach Josh Smith, and a dedicated support team working tirelessly behind the scenes.

With a legacy built on tradition, success, and an unwavering sense of belonging, FK Beograd is poised for a bright future—one where past achievements inspire new generations to carry the FK Beograd name forward

Club Voice

Official Voice

Good afternoon soccer supporters, Welcome to 1Solution Park for this pivotal clash between FK Beograd and the league leaders, MetroStars.

As we navigate a challenging start to the season with three tough losses, every match becomes an opportunity to turn things around. Our passionate supporters are eager to see FK Beograd rise to the occasion, challenge the competition, and put some well-earned points on the board.

We thank our number 1 ticket holder Dejan Vasilijevic captain of the Adelaide 36ers, for his outstanding contribution to sponsor four of our senior players to the value of $8000. Our main man appreciates grassroots sports , embraces his Serbian roots and acknowledges the great game of football.

We hope you enjoy our traditional hospitality and enjoy the game. Let’s go Beograd.

Andrew Popovic Club President

Captain’s Message

Official Voice

Good afternoon everyone and welcome to Frank Mitchell park for our round 4 match up against top of the table MetroStars.

Metrostars have been setting the benchmark for the last few years and they have certainly started the season off very strong and are determined to maintain their spot at the top of the table.

For us, today is a fantastic opportunity as a playing group to come together and put our last three games behind us and give it everything against the pace setters. It’s been a very difficult and challenging last three matches especially in our last game against Adelaide United. First half we were fantastic and had a 1-0 lead and unfortunately couldn’t keep the strong performance in the second and conceded two poor goals. As a playing group we are eager to set things right and get a win in today’s match and make our fantastic supporters proud.

I also would like to wish vice captain Ninko Beric a quick recovery after an injury sustained in our recent match. We are all behind you Ninko and we can’t wait to see you back out on the park.

We all hope you enjoy the game today as well as the wonderful hospitality on display today and we hope to see you all again shortly.

Team Captain Andoni Natsiopoulos

Coaches Message

Official Voice

Hello and welcome to our supporters, officials, volunteers and sponsors to Round 4 of the NPL. We always knew looking at the draw we had a very difficult first month and today is no different, as we welcome Metrostars to 1 Solution Frank Mitchell Park. A big welcome to President Rob Rende and his club and we hope you enjoy the game day experience of FK Beograd.

It goes without saying we are disappointed results-wise with our first 3 games, and as a group we have had some real honest conversations of late to rectify this. We are very clear in what is working well and what is not working well, and although all 3 games have been tight affairs, we are acutely aware of the need to take our chances and cut out errors defensively to get 3 points on the board to kickstart our season.

Last Thursday night’s match against Adelaide United started extremely well, the first half performance was as good as I have seen in the last 18 months, we dominated the match in all aspects and deservedly took the lead going into the break. As we all know, Adelaide United have a squad full of quality aided by 3-4 ALeague players which in the end made the difference, but after such a good first half, we shouldn’t be losing a game like that after taking the lead, it is something we have reviewed, acknowledged the mistakes made and we now look forward to another tough test.

Metrostars have started the season in fine form, winning all 3 games. We know they will be hungry to be successful this season but, as with all teams in the league, they have strengths and weaknesses that we expect to expose to take home the 3 points today.

I look forward to another great atmosphere at Frank Mitchell Park today, and I’d like to thank our loyal supporters for the amazing support at our first 2 home games, we will do our very best to reward your support tonight!

Idemo Beograd! (Go Beograd!)

Adrian D’Aloia Senior Coach – FK Beograd

Official Voice

Sponsor Spotlight FK Beograd is proud to shine a spotlight on 3J Academy, led by our esteemed Number 1 Ticket Holder for both last year and this year, Dejan "DJ" Vasiljevic. DJ’s unwavering passion for football and commitment to player development has made a significant impact on our club, and we are incredibly grateful for his continued support.

As part of 3J Academy’s dedication to FK Beograd, we are excited to announce that DJ and his academy are Silver Sponsors providing the club with $8000. We will also be working on a women’s program for next season FK Beograd extends its deepest gratitude to DJ Vasiljevic and 3J Academy for their generosity, leadership, and belief in the club’s vision. Their support is instrumental in helping FK Beograd grow, compete, and provide opportunities for players across all levels.

Thank you, DJ and 3J Academy, for being a part of the FK Beograd family and investing in our future!

Club News JUNIOR SPORTSWEAR NEWS Legend Sportswear online portal – Off-field apparel.

NOW OPEN! Te online portal allows parents, players & supporters access to order and pay for any off-field items Order via: https://legendsportswear.com/produ ct-category/FK-Beograd/

IMPORTANT: The online Portal is only accessible for the first 3 weeks in March 2025. Once the Portal is closed, no more orders can be placed.

Get in early to avoid disappointment

Table Standings Senior Men’s NPL

NPL Reserves

NPL Under 18's

Table standings as of Wednesday 19/3/25

FK Beograd 1. Jamie Signorello 2. Jordan Leane 5. Cooper Nunn 6. Kristin Konstandopoulos 7. Massimo Falco (VC) 8. Jason Konstandopoulos 9. Maksim Ivanic 10. Antoni Trimboli

Head Coach: Adrian D’Aloia Assistant Coach: John Falidis, Matthew Muscroft Goal Keeper Coach: Lee Addison Operations manager: Mick Pacetta

11. Ninko Beric (VC) 12. Andoni Natsiopoulos (C) 14. Yudai Koike 15. Ethan Harrington 16. Alex Bandjak 17. Lorenzo Boselli 18. Riley Stam 19. Cristian Borghetto 20. Jared Clark (VC) 22. Fro Niyonkuru 23. Markus Orchard 33. Dakota Ochsenham

Strength and Conditioning Coach: Josh Smith

Metro Stars 1 Cody Oestreich (GK) 4 Noah McNamara 5 Christian D'Angelo 6 Jackson Fortunatow 7 Hamish Gow 9 Owen Wilson 10 Anthony Solagna 11 Cameron Woodfin 12 Jake Porter 14 Eduardo Castaneda 17 Tom Visser 18 Fabian Barbiero (C) 19 Daniel Cavuoto 20 Lionel Muhitira 21 Arbi Mollas 22 Jackson Walls 23 Scott Nagel 25 Michael Cittadini 28 Riccardo Lippiello 50 Yiorgos Coutsoumbes (GK)

FK Beograd Teams RESERVES:

U18S

Alex Rusmir Bosko Bilic Daniel Bandjak Dion Lombardi Driton Sali Ewen McGregor James Jones Jordan Leane Kristos Stefanopoulos Lucas Stolinski Michael Marafioti Rocco Pacetta Sasha Lanzoni Tristan Millamo Tyson Allen Zach Atkinson Zak Cosic

Aaron Reyes Giani Pacetta Rian Rolston Akash Ghimires Milan Bogdanovic Xander Visser Abbas Afzali Louis Pietsch Stefan Cvjeticahin Luciano Rostirolla Tyson Cowman Deon Karpathakis Oliver Vuksevic Patrick Paysden Thomas Antoniadis Will Kindstorm Raph Rostirolla Matius Guider Chris Davis Zak Dumanovic

Head Coach: Steph Pappas Assistant Coach: Branko Brankovic, Luke McCormick Operations manager: Mick Pacetta

Head Coach: Shahin Shahrooei Assistant Coach: Karl Vonhof

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