About Yugoslav Cup

The Yugoslav Cup was one of the two major football competitions in Yugoslavia, alongside the national league championship. Established in 1923, it operated under different names throughout its history, including the King Alexander Cup before World War II and later the Marshal Tito Cup after 1947. The tournament played a significant role in Yugoslav football and became one of the country's most prestigious competitions.

The competition followed a knockout format and was notable for its open structure. Clubs from all levels of the football pyramid could participate, and in some editions even amateur teams representing factories, military units, and local organizations entered the preliminary rounds. This created opportunities for smaller teams to face top clubs and made the tournament highly popular across the country.

The Yugoslav Cup continued until 1992, ending with the breakup of Yugoslavia and the creation of separate national football systems. Red Star Belgrade finished as the most successful club in the competition’s history with twelve titles, while Partizan won the final edition. The tournament later gave way to successor cup competitions across the newly independent states.