NK NAŠK faces internal conflict over management and finances

A public dispute has emerged within the Croatian football club NK NAŠK Našice. A group calling itself the “Initiative of Indignant Parents, Players, and Fans of NK NAŠK Našice” has publicly criticized the club’s leadership, alleging mismanagement in sporting, financial, and communication sectors.

The group claims the senior team is performing poorly, training conditions for younger categories are inadequate, and there is a lack of transparency regarding the allocation of membership fees and municipal subsidies. Parents have threatened to boycott matches and withdraw their children from the club.

In response, the club’s Executive Board issued a statement defending its operations. The club noted that it manages nine youth categories with 13 coaches and approximately 1,300 annual activities. They emphasized that funding for an artificial turf pitch has been secured with support from the City and the Ministry, and maintained that training information is shared through private groups for parents and coaches. The club urged critics to address concerns directly to the administration rather than through the media.