Sesvete vs Bsk Bijelo Brdo - First NL

Sesvete prepare to host Bsk Bijelo Brdo at the home ground on May 22, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their First NL season. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

Both Sesvete and Bsk Bijelo Brdo will be eager to build momentum when they meet in First NL. The hosts have been imperious, W in their last five underpinning an elite win rate of 60% that marks them out as genuine contenders. Bsk Bijelo Brdo are brimming with belief on the road, their W run reflecting a season win rate of 60%. Where Sesvete have built their campaign on solidity, Bsk Bijelo Brdo have often chased flair, and that fundamental difference should make for compelling viewing. Their 3-0 win over Nice takes them up to second spot in the fledgling Ligue 1 table.

Pressing intensity will define the contest. Sesvete will seek to win the ball high up the pitch and suffocate Bsk Bijelo Brdo's build-up, while the visitors will aim to play through the pressure and exploit the spaces it leaves behind. As a winger or more of a central, attacking midfielder? “He’s an offensive player who knows how to mix it up across the attack.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. Radek Vitek signs for Middlesbrough from Manchester United Man United have shown interest in Igor Thiago but Brentford have no intention of selling the striker this summer, says TEAMtalk.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 2-2 draw feels like a fitting result. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the First NL standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".