Mohammed Abu Fani Shines in Red Star Belgrade's 5-0 Win, Coach Praises His Impact

Israeli midfielder Mohammed Abu Fani made an impressive debut for Red Star Belgrade, helping his team secure a 5-0 victory over Mladost in the opening round of the Serbian league on July 18, 2026. Abu Fani earned the highest rating of 8.7 from SofaScore, completing 76 out of 84 passes with six key passes and 10 accurate long balls. Although he did not score or assist, he was instrumental in the build-up to the first three goals and threatened the goal twice, including one shot on target.

Red Star's new coach, Dejan Stanković, praised Abu Fani's performance, noting that the player is still only "half ready" but already brings significant value to the team. Stanković highlighted Abu Fani's role as a classic playmaker who facilitates his teammates' comfort on the field and drives the game forward. The coach also emphasized that any mistakes Abu Fani makes are not a cause for concern, as he trusts the player to regain possession and continue influencing the match positively.

Stanković described Abu Fani as a "valuable player" capable of delivering unexpected plays, expressing confidence in his ongoing development and contribution to Red Star Belgrade's success this season.