Serbia’s Football Crisis: Star Players Refuse to Play, Coach Facing the Axe

The Serbian national football team is embroiled in controversy, with star players Aleksandar Mitrović and Sergej Milinković Savić refusing to play in upcoming Nations League matches against Spain and Denmark. Despite citing injuries, media speculation suggests the players are unhappy with coach Dragan Stojković and are using this as a way to avoid playing under him. Adding to the drama, Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović has also requested to miss the next gathering due to personal reasons. Amidst these tensions, a potential ‘clean-up’ operation is brewing within the Serbian Football Association. Stojković’s future hangs in the balance, with his fate seemingly tied to the team’s performance in the Nations League. Reports suggest he could be dismissed after just two games in the September cycle.