# HNK Rijeka and Partizan Belgrade sports updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hnk-rijeka-and-partizan-belgrade-sports-updates
> Updated: 2026-09-10T07:45:51.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

Sports figures from HNK Rijeka and Partizan Belgrade have shared reflections on past achievements and preparations for upcoming seasons.

Former HNK Rijeka player Ivan Močinić recalled the club’s 2013 victory in Stuttgart, specifically noting a stoppage-time assist that helped the team reach the Europa League group stages. Meanwhile, Partizan Belgrade center Geoffrey Loverny discussed his physical conditioning and his intention to provide leadership to younger teammates.

As the new seasons approach, HMNK Rijeka has completed high-altitude training in Slovenia to improve cohesion, incorporating new Brazilian players into the roster. In basketball, Partizan player Arijan Lakić expressed optimism following the ‘Open Air’ preparatory tournament, emphasizing a goal to win trophies while maintaining team solidarity.

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11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sports-updates-hmnk-rijeka-and-partizan-prepare-for-new-seasons

### 2026-08-29: Sports figures reflect on historic achievements and upcoming seasons

Ivan Močinić recalls his historic assist for HNK Rijeka in Stuttgart, while Partizan basketball player Geoffrey Loverny discusses his readiness for the new season.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sports-figures-reflect-on-historic-achievements-and-upcoming-seasons

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