The Serbian Cup quarter-finals bring Crvena Zvezda (Red Star Belgrade) to Novi Pazar. The visitors are in a league of their own domestically, coming off a string of dominant wins where they have scored freely while maintaining the best defensive record in the country. Their statistical dominance is staggering, often averaging over 2.5 goals per game.

Novi Pazar is a respectable side in the Serbian top flight, but the gap between them and Red Star remains vast. In their last head-to-head meeting in February 2026, Crvena Zvezda cruised to a 5-0 victory.

Novi Pazar’s best hope lies in the passionate and often hostile atmosphere of their home ground, which can be intimidating for any visitor.

However, Red Star’s experience in European competitions and their tactical discipline usually see them through these domestic hurdles. As a knockout tie, expect Red Star to be professional and efficient in their pursuit of the domestic double.