It was summer, and the exciting banter between Osijek and Dinamo Zagreb reignited passions once again. Throughout the year, matches between these clubs always come with a unique charge. When they meet, it's as if you feel electricity in the air, filling the entire stadium with the threat of words and chants.

When discussing this rivalry, the history is a key figure in the minds of the fans. Osijek traditionally seeks to stand against Dinamo, often dominated by the leaders of Croatian football. However, Osijek is known for significant breakthroughs in these encounters, which largely depend on the form of each competing club.

In the last match against Dinamo, Osijek showed that they could contend with them, even though the result was 2:1 in favor of Zagreb. Osijek fans did not accept defeat without a fight. I. Barić and A. Jakupović brought a tenacity on the field that cannot be ignored. In a way, that defeat served as a warning, strengthen the team for future encounters using the lessons learned.

The next derby is already mentioned, even though it will be played with an uncertain outcome. The rivalry doesn't cease and is the foundation that drives both players and fans alike. Osijek hopes that next time visiting Dinamo will end with three points and a continued path towards the top of the table.