Rijeka starts season with win over Rudeš
HNK Rijeka began their HNL season with a 2-1 home win against Rudeš. Goals from Justas Lasickas and Daniel Adu-Adjei secured the victory, while Stefan Vukić scored for the visitors. Rijeka finished last season in 4th place with 53 points and have already scored twice in their opening match.
How did Rijeka defeat Rudeš?
Rijeka dominated from the start, with Lasickas opening the scoring in the 31st minute after a fine move involving Fruk and Rukavina. Adu-Adjei doubled the lead in the 62nd minute before Vukić pulled one back for Rudeš in the 70th minute.
What does this win mean for Rijeka?
This victory is a strong start to the season for Rijeka, who finished 4th last year with 53 points. They’ve already scored twice in their first match and will look to build on this win when they face Istra 1961 in their next fixture.
How did Rijeka control the game?
Rijeka controlled the game from the start, with Lasickas opening the scoring in the 31st minute after a fine move involving Fruk and Rukavina. Adu-Adjei doubled the lead in the 62nd minute before Vukić pulled one back for Rudeš in the 70th minute.
