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Zeljko Obradovic Rejects Partizan's Gift!

The Belgrade Arena hasn't witnessed such an emotional night in a long time – Zeljko Obradovic is back! The fans welcomed him like the legend he is, but tensions between him and the club have clearly not settled, as his gesture demonstrated.
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Thunderous applause, his name echoing around the arena, a courtside welcome from young Minja, overwhelming emotion from the black-and-white faithful, and a few tears in the stands as a tribute video of the coach and his words about Partizan played...

Deeply emotional, yet far from harmonious behind the scenes—though certainly not when it comes to his bond with the fans. The club typically honors former members who left a lasting mark with a commemorative gift and intended to do the same for Obradović, but he turned it down.

As confirmed to us, framed photos capturing his memorable moments in Humska inscribed with "forever" were prepared for the coach, but he rejected the gift.

CABAREL #1 Zeljko Obradovic is back, it's going to be electric!

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