HNK Rijeka has sacked Željko Sopić after just two matches in the new season. Sopić led Rijeka in 45 matches, and his record was impressive.

What happened?

Rijeka won against Lokomotiva 4:0 in the first round and drew with Varaždin in the second. In the Europa League qualifications, they passed the Romanian Corvinul, and in the first match of the third qualifying round against the Swedish Elfsborg, they drew 1:1.

Who is replacing Sopić?

The new coach of the first team will be Radomir Đalović, former player of HNK Rijeka and current assistant coach. Đalović will have the opportunity to show his skills as a standalone coach.

How will Rijeka fight for the rest of the season?

Rijeka is currently in 4th place in the HNL with 41 points, 11 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses in 29 matches. Their recent form is LWLLW. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League | 4th place | | Points | 41 | | Wins | 11 | | Draws | 8 | | Losses | 10 |

What does the club say about Sopić's departure?

HNK Rijeka thanks Željko Sopić for everything he has done for the club and wishes him good luck in his future coaching career