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A dramatic win for Istra 1961! They edged out NK Slaven Belupo 1-0 in a hard-fought match at the Stadion Aldo Drosina. The lone goal came in the 46th minute, a well-placed strike by M. Vuk.
The game was a battle of attrition, with both teams displaying some impressive tactical prowess. Istra 1961 dominated possession, holding 52% of the ball, but NK Slaven Belupo had a few dangerous counter-attacks. While Istra had a slight edge in shots on goal (5 total vs. 12 total for NK Slaven Belupo), NK Slaven Belupo had a better shot accuracy in the final third.
The most exciting moments came in the closing stages of the match. Several yellow cards and substitutions further highlighted the tension in the last 20 minutes, especially the argument leading to a yellow card for Sergio Gonzalez Teston in the 89th minute. The late substitutions from both sides showed a desire to secure the win.
Istra 1961 clearly implemented a defensive approach, maintaining a sturdy backline while looking to counter-attack effectively. NK Slaven Belupo, in contrast, tried a more attacking strategy, but ultimately, Istra's resilience proved decisive in the game's outcome.