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FK Zeta is a professional football club from Golubovci, seat of the Zeta Municipality of Montenegro. It plays in the Montenegrin Third League. The club was the inaugural champion of the Montenegrin First League in 2006–07 season.

Key Information

History

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Period 1927-1997

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The club was formed in 1927 under the name FK Danica. During the first decades, they played only non-league matches. From 1947, the club played under the name FK Napredak, and since 1955, the team is playing under the name FK Zeta.[1]

Until the start of the 1970s, FK Zeta played at lowest-rank competitions. First significant success, team from Golubovci made at season 1971–72 with promotion to Montenegrin Republic League.[2] In that, third-level competition in SFR Yugoslavia, FK Zeta spent most of their seasons in following two decades, with greatest result as a second-places team at the end of seasons 1974–75, 1975–76, 1982–83 and 1983–84, but without success to gain a promotion to Yugoslav Second League. At season 1982–83, championship derby FK Berane – FK Zeta attended 10,000 spectators, which was a record attendance in Montenegrin Republic League until the 1999 game FK Jezero – FK Gusinje.

Until the middle of the 1990s, except in Republic League, FK Zeta also played few seasons in Fourth League – Center.

Period 1997-2006

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Successful era in FK Zeta history started at season 1997–98. The team won their first champion title in Montenegrin Republic League and secured first promotion to Yugoslav Second League. On their debut in Second League, FK Zeta won fourth place, but historical success come one season later (1999–2000). After hard struggle with Mladost Lučani, team from Golubovci won the title and gained promotion to First Yugoslav League.

Historical first game in the First League, Zeta played at 12 August 2000 against Milicionar (4:0) in Golubovci. That game at Trešnica stadium was attended by 5,000 supporters. FK Zeta spent six consecutive seasons in Yugoslav First League, often placed at the upper-half of championship table. With FK Zeta promotion to First League, new local rivalry was born – against Budućnost from neighbouring Podgorica.

Zeta made many successful results in the First League, and among them were often victories against two strongest sides – Partizan and Red Star. Except that, FK Zeta became the strongest Montenegrin team in First League at most of the seasons in period 2000–2006.

Highest final placement in top-division of Serbia and Montenegro, Zeta made on season 2004–05. They finished third and qualified for first performance in European competitions.[3] On debut, Zeta was defeated at 2005–06 UEFA Cup second leg, against Bosnian side Široki Brijeg.[4]

Additionally, at the same time, Zeta started producing notable young talent like Miloš Marić who transferred to Greek club Olympiacos in the summer of 2004, as well as brothers Bojan and Nenad Brnović, and Branimir Petrović who were all signed by Partizan, and more recently Milanko Rašković and Nikola Trajković who transferred to Red Star Belgrade.

Period 2006-present

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Following Montenegrin independence, FK Zeta participated in the first Montenegrin First League season (2006–07) and became the league's first winners. The following season saw Montenegrin clubs allocated separate European qualifying berths - Zeta thus became the first Montenegrin club to participate in qualification for the UEFA Champions League. Zeta never reclaimed the Montenegrin First League since their 2006–07 triumph; participation in European competition since then was achieved on several occasions through top 4 league finishes.

The 2012–13 season saw Zeta make history by becoming the first Montenegrin club to navigate two rounds of European qualifying in one season; they also navigated past the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League by beating FK Sarajevo from Bosnia and Herzegovina, before losing in the play-off round to PSV Eindhoven. This remains the best performance by a Montenegrin club in a European competition.

First League Record

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See also: Participants of Montenegrin First League
See also: Montenegrin Clubs in Yugoslav First League

For the first time, FK Zeta played in Yugoslav First League on season 2000–01. Below is a list of FK Zeta scores in First League by every single season.

Season Pos G W D L GF GA
2000–01 13 34 11 9 14 38 50
2001–02 5 34 15 7 12 48 50
2002–03 8 34 15 6 13 51 43
2003–04 11 30 10 6 14 38 41
2004–05 3 30 18 5 7 52 30
2005–06 5 30 14 5 11 42 36
2006–07 1 33 25 4 4 65 18
2007–08 2 33 19 9 5 56 28
2008–09 9 33 13 7 13 36 41
2009–10 4 33 17 6 10 43 33
2010–11 4 33 12 3 8 36 29
2011–12 3 33 17 9 7 55 40
2012–13 8 33 8 13 12 43 45
2013–14 8 33 12 4 17 39 57
2014–15 9 33 11 7 15 48 44
2015–16 8 33 10 8 15 37 42
2016–17 2 33 19 6 8 38 17
2017–18 6 36 12 13 11 40 35
2018–19 3 36 16 13 7 36 21
2019–20 4 31 9 14 8 29 30
2020–21 6 36 13 7 16 34 41
2021–22 10 36 8 10 18 36 52

Seasons with green background were played in the first league of Yugoslavia or Serbia and Montenegro, together with Serbian clubs.

FK Zeta in European competitions

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See also: Montenegrin clubs in European football competitions

For the first time, FK Zeta played in European competitions on season 2005–06. Until now, they played ten seasons in European cups, their most successful campaign being in 2012–13, when Zeta reached the play-off round of Europa League.

Season Competition Round Opponent Home Away Aggregate
2005–06 UEFA Cup 2QR Bosnia and Herzegovina Široki Brijeg 0–1 1–4 1–5
2006–07 Intertoto Cup 2QR Slovenia Maribor 1–2 0–2 1–4
2007–08 UEFA Champions League 1QR Lithuania FBK Kaunas 3–1 2–3 5–4
2QR Scotland Rangers 0–1 0–2 0–3
2008–09 UEFA Cup 1QR Slovenia Interblock Ljubljana 1–1 0–1 1–2
2010–11 UEFA Europa League 1QR Moldova Dacia Chişinău 1–1 0–0 1–1 (a)
2011–12 UEFA Europa League 1QR Slovakia Spartak Trnava 2–1 0–3 2–4
2012–13 UEFA Europa League 1QR Armenia Pyunik 1–2 3–0 4–2
2QR Finland JJK Jyväskylä 1–0 2–3 3–3 (a)
3QR Bosnia and Herzegovina FK Sarajevo 1–0 1–2 2–2 (a)
PO Netherlands PSV Eindhoven 0–5 0–9 0–14
2017–18 UEFA Europa League 1QR Bosnia and Herzegovina Željezničar Sarajevo 2–2 0–1 2–3
2019–20 UEFA Europa League 1QR Hungary Fehérvár 1–5 0–0 1–5
2020–21 UEFA Europa League PR Andorra Engordany 3–1
1QR Luxembourg Progrès Niederkorn 0–3

Honours and achievements

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Players

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Current squad

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As of 26 September 2025[5]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
2 MF  JPN Yu Horike
4 DF  MNE Stefan Radović
5 DF  MNE Zvonko Ceklić
6 MF  MNE Srđan Krstović (captain)
7 MF  JPN Shiden Nakazawa
8 DF  MNE Djordjije Vukčević
9 FW  MNE Balša Radusinović
10 MF  JPN Ryo Tachibana
11 MF  MNE Balša Goranović
12 GK  MNE Aleksandar Karadzic
15 MF  MNE Simo Popović
17 DF  MNE Stefan Krstović
18 MF  MNE Vojislav Šišević
19 DF  MNE Janko Simović
20 FW  MNE Igor Kukulicic
No. Pos. Nation Player
22 FW  MNE Alden Škrijelj
23 DF  MNE Amel Tuzović
25 MF  MNE Jovan Đukić
26 DF  MNE Andrej Pupovic
28 MF  JPN Masato Shimokawa
30 DF  MNE Nemanja Djurovic
32 GK  SRB Rajko Boljević
36 MF  MNE Đorđe Tripunović
39 DF  MNE Vaso Peličić
70 MF  MNE Nikola Matanović
90 FW  MNE Balša Rogošić
— GK  MNE Vidoje Popovic
— MF  MNE Danijel Bečić
— FW  MNE Vasilije Klikovac
— FW  MNE Mijat Lambulic

Notable players

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For the list of former and current players with Wikipedia article, please see Category:FK Zeta players.
Below is the list of FK Zeta players which made international careers or played for national teams of their countries.

Historical list of coaches

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Stadium

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Main article: Stadion Trešnjica

FK Zeta home ground is Stadion Trešnjica, built during the 1996. Until now, stadium is renovated several times (last time 2016)[12] and near the main ground is built another pitch with artificial turf.
FK Zeta is playing First League games at Trešnjica stadium from 2000. Biggest crowd on games was 5,000 in numerous occasions, especially during the matches against Budućnost and, earlier, against Partizan and Red Star Belgrade.

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FK Zeta is a football club based in , , founded in 1927 as FK Danica, renamed FK Napredak in 1945, and FK Zeta in 1955. The club, which plays its home matches at Stadion Trešnjica with a capacity of 4,000, currently competes in the , the third tier of Montenegrin football. Historically, FK Zeta rose to prominence in the late 1990s, winning the Montenegrin Republic League title in the 1997–98 season to earn promotion to the Yugoslav Second League. Following Montenegro's independence in 2006, the club achieved its greatest success by clinching the inaugural championship in the 2006–07 season with 78 points from 33 matches, finishing 2 points ahead of runners-up . This triumph marked FK Zeta as the first champions of independent and qualified them for the , where they faced in the first qualifying round and in the second qualifying round before elimination. Subsequent years saw the club finish in the top four of the in 2009–10 and 2011–12, along with participation in qualifiers during those campaigns. However, FK Zeta has since experienced relegations, dropping to the Second League after the 2021–22 season and further to the Third League after the 2022–23 season, where it has remained as of the 2025–26 season amid efforts to rebuild. The club's colors are blue and white, and it has produced several players who have represented the national team.

Club identity

Foundation and early development

FK Zeta was founded on January 1, 1927, as FK Danica in , , during the era of the Kingdom of . The club emerged as a initiative in the rural Zeta Valley, reflecting the growing popularity of football in the region amid limited organized sports infrastructure. In its early years, FK Danica concentrated on local amateur matches against nearby teams, without formal participation in national or regional leagues, as the sport remained largely recreational in post-World War I . These games were typically played on improvised fields in , fostering community engagement but constrained by the absence of dedicated facilities and professional oversight. Following the end of and the establishment of socialist in 1945, the club was renamed FK Napredak, aligning with the era's emphasis on progress and collective advancement. This change coincided with its integration into the Titograd sub-association, enabling entry into structured regional competitions and marking the shift from purely informal play. By the , under the FK Napredak name, the club began contesting its first organized matches within these regional frameworks, often on basic pitches with rudimentary infrastructure that highlighted the challenges of rural sports development in . As a key social hub in the Zeta Valley, the club played a vital role in uniting local communities through football, promoting and regional identity amid post-war reconstruction efforts.

Name, colours, and crest

FK Zeta, officially known as Fudbalski klub Zeta, adopted its current name in 1955, drawing inspiration from the Zeta River and the historical Zeta region in , which encompasses the club's home area of . The name reflects the club's deep ties to local and heritage, symbolizing resilience and regional pride. Prior to 1955, the club operated as FK Napredak from 1945 to 1955 and was originally founded as FK Danica in 1927; no further name changes have taken place since Montenegro's independence in 2006. The club's primary colours, blue and white, were established alongside the name change in 1955 and have remained consistent, representing the clear skies over the region and the verdant landscapes of the Zeta Valley. These colours appear prominently on home kits, typically featuring blue shirts with white accents, underscoring the club's enduring visual identity. Kit suppliers have varied over the years, including in the 2010s and Naai as of the early 2020s, while sponsor history shows minimal alterations post-2006, with occasional local business partnerships but no significant shifts in design philosophy. The current crest depicts a with a white "Z" and a football, encircled by the inscription "Zeta 1927" to honor the founding year. This emblem symbolizes strength and vigilance, aligning with the club's nickname Vukovi (The Wolves). Historical crests from the Yugoslav period evolved with the club's name changes, often incorporating simpler motifs like or regional symbols, before the modern design unified the branding.

History

Early years (1927–1997)

FK Zeta, originally founded in 1927 as FK Danica in , spent its initial decades participating in local non-league competitions within the . The club underwent several name changes, becoming FK Napredak in 1945 and adopting its current name, FK Zeta, in 1955. Following the establishment of a sub-federation in Titograd (now ), Zeta entered structured league play and gained entry to the Montenegrin Republic League—the third tier of Yugoslav football—in 1962. During the and , Zeta established itself in the Republic League with consistent performances, including runner-up finishes in the 1974–75 and 1975–76 seasons. The club achieved multiple mid-table positions throughout the , such as third place in 1973–74 and 1981–82, fifth place in 1977–78 and 1978–79, and fourth place in 1979–80, demonstrating steady development amid regional competition. Over its tenure in the league from 1962 to 1997, Zeta secured multiple vice-championship titles but was unable to secure promotion to the higher Yugoslav Second League, often attributed to a combination of misfortune and external circumstances. The 1980s and early 1990s brought ongoing challenges, including the broader disruptions from the Yugoslav Wars (1991–1995), which affected football operations across the region through logistical issues, player availability, and economic instability. Despite these hurdles, Zeta maintained its place in the Republic League, with leadership changes among 16 presidents from 1964 to 1996 providing continuity. A notable highlight occurred in the 1982–83 season, when a derby match against FK Berane drew a record crowd of 10,000 spectators for the league. Prior to 1997, the club's infrastructure relied on basic local fields in , limiting facilities for training and matches. This period culminated in 1997–98 with the construction of Stadion Trešnjica, coinciding with Zeta's promotion to the Yugoslav Second League (II Federal League) after winning the Republic League title.

Rise in Yugoslav leagues (1997–2006)

In the late , FK Zeta achieved a significant breakthrough by dominating the Montenegrin Republic League during the 1997–98 season, securing their first-ever promotion to the Yugoslav Second League. This success marked the beginning of the club's ascent in the national football structure of the Federal Republic of , transitioning from regional competition to a more competitive platform. Upon debuting in the Second League's West Group in 1998–99, Zeta finished in a respectable fourth place, demonstrating their potential against established teams. The following season, 1999–2000, proved transformative as they clinched the Second League West title with an impressive record of 26 wins, 6 draws, and 2 losses, accumulating 84 points and scoring 91 goals while conceding only 25. This victory earned them promotion to the for the 2000–01 campaign, where they initially struggled, finishing 13th with 42 points from 34 matches. Over the next few years, Zeta steadily improved, achieving fifth place in 2001–02 (52 points) and eighth in 2002–03 (51 points), before a dip to 11th in 2003–04 (36 points from 30 matches). Their peak came in 2004–05, securing with 59 points from 30 games, including 18 wins and a of +22, which qualified them for European competition. In 2005–06, they maintained consistency by finishing fifth (47 points). Zeta's entry into the top flight also sparked the emergence of a heated local rivalry with Budućnost , the dominant club from the nearby capital, intensifying matches between the two Montenegrin sides within the Yugoslav framework. This period highlighted Zeta's growing reputation for player development, with talents like striker Bojan Brnović emerging as key contributors during their Second and First League campaigns from 2000 to 2003, helping to build the team's attacking prowess before his move to Partizan . The culmination of this rise was Zeta's inaugural European appearance in the second qualifying round, where they faced NK Široki Brijeg of , advancing past the first leg with a 1–0 home win but ultimately exiting after a 4–2 away defeat, resulting in a 5–2 aggregate loss.

Post-independence era (2006–present)

Following Montenegro's independence in 2006, FK Zeta emerged as a dominant force in the newly established , securing the inaugural title in the 2006–07 season with 25 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, finishing 11 points ahead of rivals Budućnost Podgorica with 78 points (after a 1-point deduction) from 33 matches. This victory marked the club's first and qualified them for European competition the following year. The success built on their pre-independence momentum, establishing Zeta as a key contender in the sovereign era. Zeta remained competitive in subsequent seasons, finishing as runners-up in 2007–08 after a tight race with Budućnost, who overtook them late in the campaign. They repeated this runner-up position in 2016–17, trailing champions Budućnost by a narrow margin and once again highlighting their consistency at the top level. The club's fortunes declined sharply in the early 2020s, culminating in relegation from the First League to the Second League at the end of the 2021–22 season, where they finished in the bottom positions amid a poor run of form. Further struggles led to another demotion to the Third League by the close of the 2023–24 campaign, reflecting broader challenges in squad depth and management. In the 2024–25 Third League season, Zeta finished third, showing signs of stabilization but remaining far from their top-flight glory. As of the 2025–26 season, the club continues to compete in the Third League. Throughout this period, Zeta's fan base grew steadily post-independence, with average match attendances ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 spectators, particularly for derbies against Budućnost, though the club lacks a formal organized group. The derby, fueled by geographic proximity and historical clashes, became a fixture of heightened intensity, drawing significant local interest.

Stadium and facilities

Stadion Trešnjica

Stadion Trešnjica serves as the primary home ground for FK Zeta's senior team matches, located in within the Zeta Municipality of . The stadium was constructed in 1996 to support the club's entry into higher divisions of Yugoslav football. Prior to this development, FK Zeta utilized a rudimentary field in the Trešnjica area for its games. It features a natural grass pitch and has undergone multiple renovations, with the latest occurring in 2016 to improve facilities. The venue has a capacity of 4,000 and enables year-round operations through standard maintenance practices. Since Montenegro's independence in 2006, Stadion Trešnjica has hosted FK Zeta's home fixtures in the inaugural seasons of the , contributing to the club's competitive presence in domestic competitions. Notable crowds have included averages of around 3,000 during key 2007–08 league matches against rivals like Budućnost Podgorica.

Training and youth facilities

The primary training ground for FK Zeta is located adjacent to Stadion Trešnjica in , providing dedicated space for senior and reserve team sessions. FK Zeta maintains a youth academy focused on developing local talent. It has produced notable talents like Miloš Marić, who progressed through the system before transferring to Olympiacos in 2004.

Achievements

Domestic honours

FK Zeta has achieved notable success in domestic competitions, particularly in the top tier following Montenegro's independence in 2006. The club secured its sole title in the inaugural 2006–07 season, amassing 78 points from 33 matches to finish ahead of FK Budućnost by two points, marking the first championship in the nation's independent era. They also finished as runners-up in the 2007–08 season, tying on 66 points with champions Budućnost but placing second on , and again in 2016–17, tying on 57 points with Budućnost after a six-point deduction but securing second position. Prior to independence, FK Zeta earned promotions through lower divisions in the Yugoslav system. In the 1997–98 Montenegrin Republic League, they claimed the championship, earning promotion to the Yugoslav Second League. The following years saw further ascent, with Zeta winning the Second League West group in 1999–2000, finishing with 84 points from 34 matches and a +66 to secure promotion to the First League of FR . In the post-independence era, FK Zeta experienced relegations and returns between the First and Second Leagues, including participation in the top flight during the early 2020s without securing additional titles or promotions as champions.

Honours

CompetitionAchievements
Champions (1): 2006–07
Runners-up (2): 2007–08, 2016–17
Montenegrin Republic LeagueChampions (1): 1997–98
Second League of FR YugoslaviaChampions (1): 1999–2000 (West group)

European record

FK Zeta made their debut in European competitions during the 2005–06 UEFA Cup, entering the second qualifying round by finishing third in the 2004–05 First League of Serbia and Montenegro. They faced NK Široki Brijeg of Bosnia and Herzegovina, losing 0–1 at home and 0–1 away for a 0–2 aggregate defeat. The club's most notable European campaign came in the 2007–08 UEFA Champions League, their only appearance in the competition. As Montenegrin champions, Zeta advanced past FBK Kaunas of Lithuania in the first qualifying round with a 3–1 home win and a 2–3 away loss, securing a 5–4 aggregate victory and becoming the first Montenegrin club to reach the second qualifying round. They were then eliminated by Rangers FC of Scotland, 0–1 at home and 0–2 away (0–3 aggregate). This performance earned Zeta the highest UEFA coefficient ranking among Montenegrin clubs at the time. In four Champions League matches, they recorded 1 win, 0 draws, and 3 losses, scoring 5 goals and conceding 6. Zeta's deepest run in the occurred in the 2012–13 season, where they qualified for the play-off round after progressing through three qualifying ties. They defeated Pyunik () 4–2 aggregate (3–0 away, 1–2 home) in the first qualifying round, JJK () 3–3 aggregate (away goals; 2–3 away, 1–0 home) in the second, and () 2–2 aggregate (away goals; 1–2 away, 1–0 home) in the third. Their campaign ended against of the in the play-offs, with a 0–5 home loss followed by a 0–9 away defeat (0–14 aggregate). This marked Zeta's best achievement, reaching the verge of the group stage. Across eight Europa League campaigns (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2017–18, 2019–20, 2020–21), Zeta played 22 matches, achieving 5 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses, with 20 goals scored and 45 conceded. Notable results include a 1–1 home draw against NK Interblock Ljubljana in 2008–09 (eliminated 1–2 aggregate) and two 1–1 draws against in 2010–11 (2–2 aggregate, eliminated on away goals). In later qualifiers, they suffered first-round exits, such as a 2–2 home draw and 0–1 away loss to Željezničar Sarajevo in 2017–18. Overall, FK Zeta has contested 26 European matches (4 in Champions League, 22 in Europa League), with 6 wins, 5 draws, and 15 losses, scoring 25 goals and conceding 51. Players like Nenad Brnović contributed key goals during early campaigns, including in the 2007 Champions League tie against . The club has never advanced to the group stage but holds a record of competitive qualifier performances for a Montenegrin side in the post-independence era.
SeasonCompetitionRoundMatches PlayedWDLNotes
2005–062QR2002Lost to (0–2 agg.)
2007–081QR/2QR4103Beat (5–4 agg.), lost to Rangers (0–3 agg.)
2008–09UEFA Europa League1QR2011Lost to Interblock (1–2 agg.)
2010–111QR2020Lost to (2–2 agg., away goals)
2011–121QR2101Lost to (1–2 agg.)
2012–131QR/2QR/3QR/PO8305Best run; lost to PSV (0–14 agg.)
2017–18UEFA Europa League1QR2011Lost to Željezničar (2–3 agg.)
2019–20UEFA Europa League1QR2011Lost to Fehérvár (1–2 agg.)
2020–211QR2101Lost to Lincoln Red Imps (2–3 agg.)

Players and staff

Current squad

As of November 2025, FK Zeta competes in the following relegation from the Second League in the previous season, with a squad of 24 players, all Montenegrin nationals and averaging 26.6 years of age. The team is managed by Milan Mester, a 50-year-old Montenegrin coach appointed on July 1, 2025.

Goalkeepers

  • Damir Ljuljanovic (born February 23, 1992; age 33; 1.90 m; joined July 1, 2025)

Defenders

  • Uroš Piperović (born January 13, 2006; age 19; defender; joined July 1, 2025)
  • David Maraš (born April 28, 2008; age 17; defender)
  • Miloš Mugosa (born June 28, 2003; age 22; centre-back; 1.89 m; joined July 1, 2025; previously with )
  • Đorđije Ajković (born February 21, 1998; age 27; left-back; joined July 1, 2025; previously without club)
  • Pеriša Pеsukić (born December 7, 1997; age 27; right-back; 1.80 m; joined August 5, 2025; previously with )
  • Đorđije Vukčević (born August 18, 1996; age 29; right-back; 1.85 m; joined September 1, 2024)

Midfielders

  • Vojin Pavlović (born November 9, 1993; age 32; defensive ; 1.89 m; joined July 1, 2025)
  • Danijel Bečić (born July 25, 2002; age 23; ; joined August 1, 2025)
  • Ivan Đurović (born August 20, 1996; age 29; ; joined August 1, 2024)
  • Vuk Miranović (born April 24, 1989; age 36; ; joined August 7, 2025)
  • Petar Vukčević (; joined August 3, 2025)
  • Ognjen Batrović (; joined February 13, 2025)
  • Nikola Matanović (born August 15, 2002; age 23; ; joined August 8, 2024)
  • Miloš Krkotić (born September 29, 1987; age 38; central ; 1.85 m; joined February 13, 2025)
  • Filip Kalačević (born March 12, 1994; age 31; attacking ; 1.81 m; joined August 7, 2025)

Forwards

  • Jovan Mališić (left winger; joined July 1, 2025)
  • Andrija Skrobanović (born January 18, 2006; age 19; left winger; joined August 8, 2024)
  • Lazar Stanišić (born September 8, 2004; age 21; right winger; joined August 5, 2025)
  • Marko Vujačić (born March 18, 2003; age 22; right winger; 1.82 m; joined August 6, 2025)
  • Ilija Puletić (born August 2, 2004; age 21; right winger; joined July 1, 2024)
  • Marko Mujović (born May 3, 2000; age 25; centre-forward; 1.93 m; joined August 5, 2025)
  • Ognjen Vujošević (born October 23, 1999; age 26; striker; joined August 3, 2025)
  • Miloš Bojlević (born June 28, 1996; age 29; striker; joined August 3, 2023)
Recent signings post-relegation include several players arriving in July and August 2025, such as Miloš Mugosa, Đorđije Ajković, Pеriša Pеsukić, and Filip Kalačević, aimed at bolstering the defense and midfield; no active loans are currently noted in the roster.

Notable former players

One of the most prominent figures from FK Zeta's early successes in the was midfielder Miloš Marić, who joined the club in 2002 and made 63 appearances, scoring 8 goals during his two-year stint. His contributions helped solidify Zeta's midfield in European qualifiers, including the campaign, before he transferred to Olympiacos in 2004. Marić earned 7 caps for the national team, showcasing his international recognition after leaving Zeta. The Brnović brothers, Bojan and Nenad, were key attackers who propelled Zeta's rise in the early 2000s, both emerging as products of the club's scouting system and contributing to European campaigns. Bojan Brnović, a forward, played for Zeta from 2000 to 2003, where he scored the club's lone goal in a 2002–03 Champions League qualifier against Željezničar . His brother Nenad, a versatile midfielder, spent his formative years at Zeta from 1999 to 2004, amassing over 100 appearances and earning 17 caps for after independence. Together, they exemplified Zeta's talent development, with Nenad later transferring to Partizan in 2004. Both brothers scored in domestic leagues and European ties, helping Zeta reach the 2002–03 Champions League second qualifying round. Defender Branimir Petrović anchored Zeta's backline in the 2000s, featuring in over 80 appearances from 2001 to 2004 and scoring 17 goals. His defensive solidity was instrumental in Zeta's Yugoslav league campaigns and a brief 2006 loan return, contributing to the team's European runs before moves to Partizan and abroad. Youth academy product Nikola Trajković, a , broke through at Zeta in the 2004–05 season with notable performances in the First League, leading to his transfer to in 2005 alongside other Zeta talents. Recognized for international potential with 2 caps for , Trajković's development highlighted Zeta's role in nurturing players for top Serbian clubs during the pre-independence era. These players met Zeta's criteria for notability through extensive appearances exceeding 100 games in some cases or international caps, with their impacts evident in the 2006–07 championship-winning squad's foundational builds from earlier European qualifications.

Coaching history

FK Zeta has experienced numerous coaching changes since its founding in 1927, with more than 20 managers leading the team across its history in various leagues. The club's managerial landscape reflects periods of stability and transition, particularly during its rise in the Yugoslav and Montenegrin football systems, as well as recent efforts to stabilize in lower divisions following relegations. Frequent short tenures have been common, often tied to performance in domestic competitions and European qualifications. Significant managers have played pivotal roles in key achievements. Miodrag Radulović served from 2000 to 2003, architecting the club's promotion to the First League of FR and laying the foundation for its competitive presence in higher divisions. Dejan Vukićević held the position from 2003 to 2007, guiding Zeta to its inaugural title in the 2006–07 season, a landmark success that qualified the club for its first European campaign in the . Later, Dušan Vlaisavljević managed during the 2016–17 season, achieving a runners-up finish in the First League and securing another European spot in the qualifiers.
ManagerTenure(s)Key Achievements
2000–2003Promotion to FR Yugoslavia First League; established competitive foundation
Dejan Vukićević2003–20072006–07 Montenegrin champions; first European qualification
Slobodan HalilovićJune–August 2007Brief post-title stabilization
Mladen Vukićević2007–2009, 2013–2014Multiple stints; longest match tally (71 games across periods)
Dejan Roganović2017–2018, 2019–2021European qualifications
Dušan Vlaisavljević2016–2017, 20182016–17 league runners-up; Europa League qualification
Dragoljub Đuretić2018, 2021–2022Stabilization in First League; multiple short-term interventions
Milan Mester2025–presentCurrent management in Third League
Dragoljub Đuretić has had the most extensive involvement in recent years through several stints, including 2021–2022, contributing to league maintenance amid challenges, though not the longest continuous tenure. Milan Mester has led the team since July 1, 2025, focusing on performance in the Third League.

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