Koper succumbed in the penalty shootout against NSI Runavik.
Koper lost to NSI Runavik 1-3, 3-4 on penalties at Bonifika Stadium in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. This result gave NSI Runavik the victory, while Koper suffered a defeat in a tense encounter.
- 0'The match has started.
Koper hosts NSI Runavik.
- 22'A. Roncal received a yellow card at Bonifika.
In the 22nd minute, A. Roncal of Koper received a yellow card after a foul. This early card forced the player to be more cautious for the remainder of the match.
- 25'L. Rimac missed the penalty opportunity.
In the 25th minute, L. Rimac of Koper missed a penalty, squandering an opportunity to open the scoring for his team.
- 35'B. Nolsoe opened the scoring for NSI Runavik.
In the 35th minute, B. Nolsoe scored for NSI Runavik after an assist from S. Skytte, putting the visitors ahead 0-1. NSI Runavik took the lead in the match at Bonifika Stadium.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 0-1.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 58'F. Hartherz received a yellow card.
In the 58th minute, F. Hartherz of Koper received a yellow card, another warning for the home team in the match at Bonifika Stadium.
- 67'Koper made a substitution in the 67th minute.
In the 67th minute, K. Manseri came on as a substitute for A. Ruedl of Koper. This was the first substitution recorded after the break, possibly aimed at refreshing the game.
- 68'Koper made a substitution after Hartherz received a yellow card.
In the 68th minute, Koper brought G. Agyemang on to replace F. Hartherz. This substitution came shortly after Hartherz received a yellow card, possibly to maintain the home team's defensive solidity.
- 70'M. Lindh helped NSI Runavik double their lead.
In the 70th minute, M. Lindh scored for NSI Runavik, increasing the score to 0-2. The visiting team is now creating a significant lead in the match at Bonifika Stadium.
- 70'L. Rimac received a yellow card.
In the 70th minute, L. Rimac of Koper received a yellow card after a foul. This served as a warning to Koper's defense for the remainder of the match.
- 71'L. Bas received a yellow card in the 71st minute.
In the 71st minute, L. Bas of Koper received a yellow card after a foul. This was another warning for Koper's defense at a time when they were under pressure.
- 74'NSI Runavik made a substitution in the 74th minute.
In the 74th minute, K. Olsen came on as a substitute for M. Olsen for NSI Runavik. This substitution helped the visiting team refresh their lineup in the final minutes.
- 79'Koper makes a substitution: J. Ilicic comes on.
In the 79th minute, Koper brought J. Ilicic on to replace B. Irabor. The home team made personnel changes in the final minutes.
- 79'Koper made a substitution in the 79th minute.
In the 79th minute, Koper made a substitution: S. Surdanovic came on to replace F. Tomek.
- 85'Koper made a substitution in the 85th minute.
In the 85th minute, Koper brought B. Ndiaye onto the field to replace L. Rimac. Trailing 0-2, the home team needed to put more pressure on their opponents in the final minutes.
- 87'NSI Runavik made a substitution in the 87th minute.
In the 87th minute, AF Elisson came on as a substitute for S. Skytte of NSI Runavik. This substitution provided the visiting team with a new player in the final minutes.
- 90+5'D. Bangaly received a yellow card in injury time.
In the 90+5th minute, D. Bangaly of Koper received a yellow card. Koper was trailing NSI Runavik 0-2 in the final minutes of the match.
- 91'Extra time
The match went into extra time.
- 91'Koper made a substitution in the 91st minute.
In the 91st minute, Koper brought J. Longonda on to replace I. Matondo. Trailing 0-2, the home team continued to make substitutions in the final minutes.
- 99'B. Nolsoe received a yellow card in the 99th minute.
In the 99th minute, B. Nolsoe of NSI Runavik received a yellow card. The away team still held a significant advantage, leading Koper 0-2.
- 101'V. Davidsen received a yellow card in the 101st minute.
In the 101st minute, V. Davidsen of NSI Runavik received a yellow card. This was one of the notable events in the final minutes of the match.
- 101'J. Benjaminsen received a yellow card in the 101st minute.
In the 101st minute, J. Benjaminsen of NSI Runavik received a yellow card, further adding to the penalty tally during injury time.
- 102'B. Ndiaye narrowed the gap for Koper.
In the 102nd minute, B. Ndiaye successfully converted a penalty, reducing the deficit to 1-2 for Koper against NSI Runavik. The goal came in extended injury time, rekindling hope for Koper.
- 102'T. Amos received a yellow card in the 102nd minute.
In the 102nd minute, T. Amos of NSI Runavik received a yellow card during tense injury time.
- 103'M. Danielsen came on in the 103rd minute.
In the 103rd minute, M. Danielsen came on as a substitute for F. Drinic of NSI Runavik. The substitution came immediately after Koper reduced the deficit to 1-2, making the following minutes even more tense.
- 106'P. Knudsen received a yellow card in extra time.
In the 106th minute, P. Knudsen of NSI Runavik received a yellow card. The away team was leading 2-1, but the final minutes were still full of tension.
- 111'G. Agyemang received a yellow card in the 111th minute.
In the 111th minute, G. Agyemang (Koper) received a yellow card during the tense extra time. Koper was trailing 1-2 and needed to stay focused to continue looking for opportunities.
- 115'NSI Runavik made a substitution in the 115th minute.
In the 115th minute, J. Trondargjogv came on as a substitute for B. Nolsoe of NSI Runavik. This substitution came during the tense final minutes of the match.
- 120+2'M. Przybylski sealed the lead for NSI Runavik.
In the 120th minute + 2, M. Przybylski received an assist from V. Davidsen and scored, helping NSI Runavik extend their lead to 1-3 against Koper. The goal came in the final seconds of extra time.
- 120'Penalty shootout
The two teams proceeded to a penalty shootout.
- KTFinal score: Koper 1-3 NSI Runavik
The match ended with a score of 1-3.
Updated at 04:39 on 31/07/2026
Match information
Koper will face NSI Runavik at Bonifika Stadium in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The match will take place at 01:45 on July 31, 2026.
This match features a stark contrast in recent form. Koper has only managed one win in their last game, while NSI Runavik has gone through a three-game streak with a mix of wins, draws, and losses.
Koper has the advantage of instantaneous stability.
Koper's most recent result was a win. Although the available data doesn't provide a more comprehensive match record, this result still gives the home team a certain edge before kick-off.
Playing at Bonifika Stadium also puts Koper in a more favorable position in terms of home ground. However, this advantage does not mean an easy game, as the balance of power between the two teams is not tilted in either direction.
NSI Runavik is unpredictable after a series of mixed results.
NSI Runavik's recent form consists of one draw, one win, and one loss. This series of results shows that the away team has not maintained consistency throughout, but it also shows that they have the potential to achieve positive results in recent times.
Therefore, Koper cannot simply rely on his recent victory to underestimate his opponent. NSI Runavik will likely look to turn their unpredictable form into an advantage, especially if the match features closely contested moments.
A balanced confrontation
The last two encounters saw Koper win one match, while NSI Runavik also secured a victory. Neither team has a clear advantage in the overall head-to-head trend, and this data makes the clash at Bonifika Stadium even more difficult to view in a one-sided manner.
Notably, recent history doesn't create a clear gap between the two sides. Koper has the advantage of playing at home and recent results, while NSI Runavik possesses a head-to-head record sufficient to maintain confidence.
The match could be decided by the ability to control the game.
Based on the available information, there isn't enough basis to confirm the specific tactical formations or personnel arrangements of the two teams. However, the match will likely focus on each side's ability to maintain defensive solidity and capitalize on opportunities.
Koper needs to translate his home advantage into real pressure instead of just controlling possession. Meanwhile, NSI Runavik must limit periods of lapses in concentration if they want to create a balanced game against the home team.
Koper vs NSI Runavik Prediction
Koper enters the match with the advantage of their recent victory and home field advantage. However, NSI Runavik is not an easy opponent to underestimate, with a balanced head-to-head record and recent form, though contrasting, still including a win.
The match could therefore be a back-and-forth affair, with composure and skill playing a significant role in crucial moments. Koper has a slight advantage in terms of the match context, but NSI Runavik is capable of making the game unpredictable.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
