NK Slaven Belupo traveled to Bad Radkersburg, Austria on July 12 and began the core of its preseason for the 2026/27 campaign. Over a ten‑day stay the squad will play four friendlies while coach Mario Gregurina continues to shape the team under high‑intensity conditions.

What is scheduled in Bad Radkersburg?

The camp will feature matches against Romanian Csikszereda, Hungarian Debrecen, Japanese Hiroshima and Hungarian Paks. The first friendly, versus Csikszereda, is set for July 12, with the remaining games spaced two to three days apart. Sessions combine tactical drills and physical tests, each match serving as a checkpoint for progress.

Who stayed behind in Koprivnica?

Out of the 27 travelers, five players remain in Koprivnica for rehab: Zuta, Caimacov, Jakir, Zahora and Lončarić. These players are vital for squad depth, and their return is expected before the month’s end. The rest of the group consists of four goalkeepers, eleven defenders, six midfielders and six forwards, giving the coach flexibility to experiment with formations.

Which players are key for this phase?

Among the attackers, Ilija Nestorovski and Marko Dabro lead the line, while Alen Grgić and Josip Mitrović add variety. In midfield, Adetunji Adeshina and Leon Geci show progress in creativity. Defensively, Tomislav Božić and Dominik Kovačić anchor the back line, with Ivan Čović remaining the first‑choice goalkeeper.

What does this camp mean for the season?

Training in Austria provides team cohesion and a chance to test new tactical options before the HNL opener on August 12. If the friendlies go as planned, Gregurina will have a clearer picture of player form and can lock in the final lineup for the first league match. Fans can follow results through the photo gallery the club updates daily.

How to follow the progress?

The club will post daily photos and short video clips on its social media channels. Each match will be accompanied by a statistical recap, and supporters can ask the coach questions via Instagram Stories. This transparent approach strengthens the bond between the team and its fans, while also motivating players to deliver their best.

The central part of the preparations in Bad Radkersburg ends on July 17, and Slaven Belupo returns to Koprivnica with a clear plan and fresh energy for the upcoming season.