The Legend’s Legacy Lives On

Bibars Natho left Partizan without a trophy, but he departed with the hearts of the fans. His seven-year stint saw 289 appearances, 83 goals, and 74 assists. He played his final match against Radnik Surdulica weeks ago, bowing out with emotion. Yet, the Natho name is far from fading in the black-and-white camp. The Israeli midfielder chose to remain in Belgrade, and now, the club is reaping a different kind of dividend from his family’s continued presence.

A Young Hero in the Net

Meet Ajnal Natho, born in 2014. While his father was an offensive dynamo, this ten-year-old is a shot-stopper. Ajnal has become the cornerstone of the "Crno-bele bebe" (Black-and-White Babies), Partizan’s youth academy for his age group. Over the past month, viewers on Arena Sport have watched him shine. The broadcaster organized the Arena World Championship for 24 youth schools. Partizan’s squad, symbolically representing Paraguay due to the CB initials, fought their way to the final.

From Group Stage to Silver Medal

The journey was dramatic. After topping their group and surviving the knockout rounds, Ajnal proved his mettle. He was instrumental in the penalty shootouts, leading his team to the final showdown at the FK Bežanija stadium. Unfortunately, their run ended there. The Sava 45 academy defeated them in another penalty shootout, claiming the title. Bibars watched from the stands, a proud father witnessing history. Ajnal’s performance suggests a bright future, potentially standing between the posts for Partizan’s first team one day. The torch is being passed, not to a striker, but to a guardian of the goal.