Crvena Zvezda defeats Macva in season opener

On July 17, 2026, Red Star Belgrade secured a 5-0 victory against Macva in the opening match of the Serbian league season. Cypriot winger Loizos Loizou made his official debut for the team, starting the match and playing for 63 minutes before being substituted. Red Star established control early, leading 3-0 by halftime. They added two more goals in the second half, specifically in the 48th and 83rd minutes, to finalize the score. The match marked a successful start to the season for the reigning Serbian champions. Loizou participated in the team's offensive efforts during his time on the pitch.