The Trebinje 2026 Friendship Tournament, held from March 13 to 15 in Trebinje, once again confirmed that it is one of the most significant youth football events in the region. Over the three days of competition, hundreds of young soccer players from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, and Romania had the opportunity to showcase their talent, competitive spirit, and love for the game.
A true soccer energy was felt on the fields of the Sun City complex, and the stands were filled with parents and soccer fans, while on the field, fighting spirit, discipline, and the will to win dominated. It was particularly striking that many matches were decided in the final moments or after penalty kicks, which further demonstrates the evenness of quality.
Class of 2013: from group domination to a penalty shootout drama in the final
Even in the group stage of the 2013 generation, it was clear that the margins would be decisive. FK Budva dominated her group with a perfect 9 points and Shutout (7:0), showing serious organization and stability in their play. Following them was Tesnjar Valjevo (6 points), while they Parish of Nikšić (3 points) and Tempo IS 2 (0 points) did not advance.
There was no clear favorite in the second group. Fudbalito Podgorica He finished first with 5 points, but the differences were minimal because they Sremčica (4 points), Tango IS (3 points) and Dadeks 2 (2 points) were practically in the game until the last round.
The third group brought domination Dadeksa Podgorica, who confirmed his quality with a maximum of 9 points, while the home team Leotard (4 points) managed to advance to the next round.
In the quarterfinals, the favorites lived up to expectations, but not without a fight. Grandpa He was safe against Thong (3:0), Tempo He knocked out the minimalist Little soccer player (1:0), while the duel Budva i Leotard went to a penalty shootout (3-2 for Budva). Whiner routinely mastered Sremčica (3:0).
The semifinal brought real drama, Tempo IS had to go to penalties again and once again showed mental strength (5-4 against Grandma), while Budva continued their series of good games with a victory over Tough guy (1:0).
In the match for third place, Dadeks Podgorica has mastered Tesnjar Valjevo 2-1, while the final was decided by a single moment: Tempo IS-Budva 1:0.
Class of 2014: Tight games and minimal differences
Unlike in 2013, the 2014 generation brought much more tactically disciplined soccer and lower-scoring matches.
In Group A, two teams finished with 8 points each: Sloboda Čačak and Budva, while Whiner (6 points) was just behind. Star (5 points) and Parish (0) were left without a way out.
In Group B, the differences were even smaller: Valjevo Plain (5 points) was first, but with a minimal lead over Tempo (4 points) and Zemun Field (3 points).
In Group C, the home team Leotard (7 points) was the most consistent, while Champions (4 points) entered the knockout stage as the second.
The knockout stage brought matches where a single goal was often enough for victory. Champions eliminated in the quarterfinals Freedom (1-0), and then after a penalty shootout, defeated Budva (3:2). Leotard He, on the other hand, certainly mastered it. Velež (1-0) and reached the final.
In the fight for third place, Velež Nevesinje was better than Budva (1-0), while the final brought perhaps the best match of the generation: Champions-Leotar 2:1.
Class of 2015: Pace, Goals, and Finishing Confidence
The 2015 generation brought the most goals and the most dynamic soccer.
Even in the group stage, Champions of Belgrade dominating with an 11-0 goal difference, while Tango IS i National Podgorica also were maximum.
The quarterfinals featured quality matches: Star eliminated National (1:0), Champions He was convincing against Tempo (3:0), Tango has mastered Tempo 2 (2:1), while Whiner advanced after penalties (3-2 against Leotard).
The semifinal brought a new penalty drama., Star she mastered Champions, while Tango defeated minimalcem (1:0) Leotard.
In the match for third place, Champions has mastered Leotard 2-1, while the final brought secure play. Stars, 3:1 against Tango Islamic State.
Class of 2016: Quantity and Quality
The 2016 generation was one of the largest and most competitive at the Trebinje 2026 Friendship Tournament, with as many as seven groups and a large number of teams from multiple countries. Even in the group stage, it was clear that the final rounds would feature serious quality and close matches.
In Group A, he showed the most. FK Tešnjar Valjevo (Serbia) who won a maximum of 9 points, with a safe and efficient game. Second place went to FK Radnik UB (Serbia) with 6 points, while the third was FK Leotar 2 (Bosnia and Herzegovina) with 3 points. The last place was taken by the team Tempo IS 3 (BiH) without any points scored.
In Group B, the most successful team was Kids Tampa Brašov (Romania) with 7 points, thereby demonstrating international quality. Behind them placed OFK Belgrade (Serbia) with 5 points, while FK Leotar Trebinje (BiH) and FK Tempo IS 2 (BiH) remained below the line with 2 points each.
In Group C, the home team dominated. FK Leotar Trebinje (BiH) with a maximum of 9 points, while second place was taken by SF Pro Elite Belgrade (Serbia) with 6 points. Third was FK Radnik UB 2 (Serbia) with 3 points, while the last place went to FK Tempo IS 4 (BiH) without points.
In Group D, first place was won by OFK Champion Leskovac (Serbia) with 7 points, while second place went to FK Lovrenčić (Croatia) with 5 points. Third was FK Danilovgrad (Montenegro) with 3 points, while FK Leostar Trebinje (BiH) finished without points.
In Group E, she showed the most. FK Sloboda Čačak (Serbia) with 6 points, while FK Nacional Podgorica (Montenegro) and SF Libero Kotor (Montenegro) had 4 points each, but National was better because of goal difference. The last place was taken by FK Tempo IS 5 (BiH) without points.
In Group F, first place went to SF Pro Elite Belgrade 2 (Serbia) with 7 points, second place was taken by FK Radnik UB 3 (Serbia) with 5 points, while FK Leotar 3 (BiH) with 3 points and FK Tempo IS 6 (BiH) finished behind them with 1 point.
In Group G, the most convincing team of the entire group stage was FK Dadeks Podgorica (Montenegro) with a maximum of 9 points and an impressive goal difference of 18:0, thereby clearly establishing their candidacy for the title. Behind them, they placed FK Radnik UB 4 (Serbia) with 6 points, while FK Tempo IS 7 (BiH) with 3 points and FK Leotar 4 (BiH) finished the group without points.
Knockout Stage: Quality Shines Through
After the group stage, the teams that showed the most stability and continuity stood out in the knockout stage.
They stood out in particular. OFK Belgrade, Champion Leskovac, Tesnjar Valjevo i Dadeks Podgorica, who reached the final of the tournament.
The knockout stage featured tight and unpredictable matches, where the differences were minimal and the outcome was decided by details, concentration, and individual quality.
Fight for third place
In a game full of pace and fight, Tesnjar Valjevo has mastered Dadeks Podgorica and thus won third place in the tournament.
FINALE: OFK Beograd the most consistent
The grand finale brought a duel between OFK Belgrade i OFK Champion Leskovac.
In a match between two exceptionally high-quality teams, OFK Belgrade He showed more stability and deservedly won the title, confirming that he was the most consistent team of the tournament.
Class of 2017: International quality and late-game dominance
Group Stage
In Group A, first place was won by FK Tešnjar Valjevo (Serbia) with 7 points, while second place went to OFK Champion Leskovac (Serbia) with 5 points. Third place was taken by FK Danilovgrad (Montenegro) with 3 points, while Kids Tampa (Romania) finished without points.
In Group B, he showed absolute domination. SF Tango IS (Bosnia and Herzegovina) with a maximum of 9 points and an impressive goal difference of 18:1. Second place was taken by Academy Lovrenciscs (Croatia) with 6 points, while OFK Belgrade (Serbia) and UB Worker (Serbia) finished without points.
In Group C, the most successful was SF Zvezdica Belgrade (Serbia) with 7 points, while second place went to SK Tempo IS (BiH) with 5 points. The third was DFK Dorćol (Serbia) with 3 points, while UB Worker 2 (Serbia) was without points.
In Group D, first place was won by DFK Dorćol 2 (Serbia) with 7 points, second place Leostars Trebinje (BiH) with 5 points, third place Parish of Nikšić (Montenegro) with 3 points, while Billy Split (Croatia) was without points.
In Group E, the dominant team was FK Altina Zemun (Serbia) with a maximum of 9 points, while second place went to SF Herceg Novi (Montenegro) with 6 points. Third was Tempo IS 2 (BiH) with 3 points, and the last Mladost Podgorica (Montenegro) without points.
In Group F, first place was taken by SF Libero Kotor (Montenegro) with 7 points, while second place went to FK Nacional Podgorica (Montenegro) with 5 points. Third place was taken by Milan Stars (Serbia) with 3 points, while FK Leotar Trebinje (BiH) was without points.
Knockout Stage
In the final stages of the tournament, the teams that showed the most consistency stood out: Academy Lovrenciscs, Altina Belgrade, Danilovgrad and Herceg Novi.
Fight for third place
In a tough and hard-fought game, Danilovgrad He was more successful and won third place, confirming his quality throughout the tournament.
Finale
The grand finale brought a duel between Academy Lovrenciscs (Croatia) i FK Altina Zemun (Serbia).
In a match between two exceptionally high-quality teams, Academy Lovrenciscs showed more and deservedly won the tournament., confirming their dominance through to the finish.
Class of 2018: Group Dominance, Late Comeback
The youngest generation at the tournament brought a special energy, but also surprisingly high-quality soccer for that age group.
Group Stage
In Group A, he showed absolute domination. Ben Chetluk (Bosnia and Herzegovina) with 10 points and a goal difference of 7:0, without conceding a goal. Second place was taken by FK Požega (Serbia) with 7 points, as did FK Danilovgrad (Montenegro), but with a weaker goal difference. Fourth place went to SF Pro Elite Belgrade (Serbia) with 3 points, while FK Župa Čerin (BiH) finished with 1 point.
In Group B, first place was won by Herzeg Sport (BiH) with 7 points, while second place went to FK Akademac Trebinje (BiH) with 6 points. Third place was taken by SF Tango IS (BiH) with 4 points, while FK Požega 2 (Serbia) finished without points.
Knockout Stage
The semifinal brought great uncertainty., Ben Chetluk has mastered Tango (2:1), while Academac Trebinje eliminated after a penalty shootout (3-2) Herzeg Sport.
Fight for third place
In the match for third place, Herceg Sport Široki defeated after a penalty shootout (2-1) Tango IS and won the bronze medal.
Finale
The grand finale brought a duel between Academac Trebinje i Ben Chitluka.
Although Ben Chetluk After dominating the group stage, the host won the final match. Academac Trebinje He celebrated with a 2-0 result and deservedly won the title.
The best individuals of the tournament by generation
In addition to the team successes, the TREBINJE 2026 FRIENDSHIP TOURNAMENT was also marked by individuals who made a difference on the field with their performances. In each age group, soccer players stood out who carried their teams, scored crucial goals, and showed maturity beyond their years.
Class of 2013
In the 2013 generation, in which Tempo IS won the title, the most efficient player was Vuk Rudan (SF Tango IS), while the award for best player went to Uroš Džilip (SK Tempo IS). He was brilliant in goal. Mark Samsonkin (FK Budva), who was one of the key factors in his team's success with his saves.
Class of 2014
With the generation 2014, where he triumphed, Campione Beograd particularly stood out Damjan Dreč (FK Leotar Trebinje) as the tournament's top scorer. He deservedly won the title of best player. Vuk Simović (Campione Belgrade), while his teammate was named the best goalkeeper Lazar Marković, which further confirmed the strength of the championship team.
Class of 2015
In the 2015 generation, which was dominated by Zvezdica Belgrade, the top scorer was Igor Janković (Campione Belgrade). The best player was chosen Milan Perić (ŠF Zvezdica Beograd), who was a key factor in winning the title, while the best between the posts was Aleksa Jolić (SF Tango IS).
Class of 2016
In the 2016 generation, where OFK Beograd reached the trophy through strong competition, he stood out the most. George Tasić (Champion Leskovac) as the top scorer. His rival from the final, Konstantin Maksimović (OFK Beograd), was named the best player of the tournament, while his teammate won the title of best goalkeeper. Ilija Bošnjak, thereby confirming the stability of the championship team.
Class of 2017
In the 2017 generation, which also had an international character, the absolute leader was Jacob Muslin (Academy Lovrenciscs), who also received awards for both top scorer and best player of the tournament. In goal, he distinguished himself Balsha Boris (Altina Belgrade), who was one of the most deserving for his team's placement at the top.
Class of 2018
The youngest category, the 2018 generation, brought new names for the future. The most efficient player was Dušan Lučić (SF Tango IS), while the award for best player was received by Porridge (FK Akademac Trebinje), who led the home team to the title. He was most impressive in goal. Ivan Ivanković (Ben Chetluk), who had a series of notable interventions during the tournament.
THANK YOU TO THE ORGANIZERS AND PARTNERS
Finally, it is important to highlight and thank everyone who contributed to the high-level organization of the TREBINJE FRIENDSHIP TOURNAMENT 2026.
We extend special congratulations to the tournament organizers for the excellent organization, professional approach, and energy they invested to make this event flawless. Throughout all three days, the tournament was an example of what youth sports should look like, with plenty of fair play, emotion, and top-level soccer.
Also, a big thank you LA Photo Digital Agency, who provided us with photos from the tournament and allowed us to further capture the atmosphere, emotions, and best moments of this event through pictures.
Once again, hats off to everyone who was a part of this tournament!
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