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February 19, 2026
Krunić: The Derby Is Not Played
Strahinja Eraković and Rade Krunić, two Red Star football players, shared their impressions after the red-and-whites' triumph against Lille in France!
TL;DR
- Red Star defeated Lille 1-0 in France, marking a historic first win in the country.
- Strahinja Eraković played his first competitive match since November and emphasized the team's focus on recovery for the upcoming Partizan derby.
- Rade Krunić stated that while Lille is a strong team, Red Star achieved a favorable result through sacrifice.
- Both players stressed that the derby against Partizan is not just played but won, requiring heart and determination over fatigue.
- The team faces challenges with late arrival and limited preparation time for the derby.
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