Red Star claimed a 3:2 victory over Unity S.P. Women in the women's cup matches on 2 October 2026. The hosts secured the win at home, but it was never going to be straightforward against a side that had shown resilience in previous encounters.
Looking back at the recent record, Red Star came into this fixture with momentum. They had beaten Раднички Белград Women 3:1 and Сремска М. 3:0 in September, suggesting they were finding their rhythm after a mixed April where Железничар Women proved difficult opponents on two occasions.
Unity, by contrast, were riding a rough patch. Their 1:3 defeat to Левски София on 20 September was the latest in a pattern of narrow losses to Уб Women earlier in the year. They had managed a 3:0 win over their own name in April, but the form since then told a different story.
And here's the thing about a 3:2 scoreline — it rarely reflects a comfortable performance. Unity held on for longer than their recent results suggested they might, taking this to the wire rather than folding early. Red Star had to work for every point, and that matters more than the numbers on the board.
What this means for both sides is worth considering. Red Star remains in control of their cup campaign, extending a run of positive results. Unity's defeat adds to a growing list of setbacks, though they did at least make the hosts earn their victory.
