Serbian football coach Mladen Žižović tragically passed away during a SuperLiga match on Saturday. The 44-year-old head coach of Radnički collapsed on the sideline while his team was leading 2–0. Medical personnel attended to him promptly, and he was transported to a nearby hospital, but despite efforts, Žižović was unable to be revived.
Žižović had been coaching Radnički, a prominent club in the Serbian SuperLiga, and was highly regarded in the local football community. The incident occurred in the second half of the match, prompting an immediate halt to the game as medical teams responded on the field.
The match resumed later after a moment of silence in memory of Žižović. Players and officials expressed shock and sorrow over the sudden loss, with many paying tribute to his contributions to Serbian football. The club and league authorities are expected to issue further statements and support measures in light of the tragedy.