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Wow, what a dramatic finish to this Cup Semi-final! NK Slaven Belupo emerged victorious after a nail-biting penalty shootout against NK Osijek. The match itself was a tight affair, with neither team able to break the deadlock in regulation time or extra time. The score was 0-0 at the end of both halves, and the 2 extra periods remained goalless, leading to the nail-biting penalty shootout. Slaven Belupo ultimately prevailed 1-0 on penalties!
The game was a battle of attrition, with both teams employing a very defensive strategy. Slaven Belupo had a slightly higher ball possession percentage at 58%, but Osijek showed resilience and defended aggressively. Each team had their exciting moments. The substitutions played a vital role in the second half, with both sides making multiple changes to try and find a way through.
Notable moments included a series of yellow cards issued throughout the match, highlighting the intense physicality. The suspense was palpable as the match stretched into extra time and ultimately to penalties.
In the end, Slaven Belupo's composure in the penalty shootout proved decisive, securing their place in the Cup final.