Red Star Belgrade supporters unveiled a controversial tifo depicting convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic before the Serbian SuperLiga derby against Partizan Belgrade. The provocative display preceded a match that ended with Red Star Belgrade securing a 2-1 victory over their fierce rivals.
Contentious Display Precedes Derby Clash
The tifo featuring Mladic, who was convicted of war crimes, marked another flashpoint for the Serbian club’s fanbase. This latest incident follows a recent UEFA fine imposed on Red Star Belgrade for a similar controversial display during a Europa League tie, indicating an ongoing pattern of such demonstrations at the club’s matches.
Red Star Claims Victory
Despite the off-field controversy surrounding the tifo, Red Star Belgrade’s focus shifted to the pitch where they delivered a decisive performance against Partizan Belgrade. The 2-1 scoreline secured three points in the competitive Serbian top flight, highlighting the intensity of the derby rivalry between Serbia’s two most prominent football clubs.