Chérif Ndiaye shines with hat-trick in Belgrade derby as Red Star triumph over Partizan
Red Star Belgrade secured a commanding victory in the highly anticipated Belgrade derby, defeating rivals Partizan 4-0 in the Jelen Super Liga on Monday. Senegalese striker Chérif Ndiaye stole the spotlight with a remarkable hat-trick, propelling his side to a dominant win and cementing Red Star’s place at the top of Serbian football.
Ndiaye, who has been in excellent form this season, delivered a performance to remember in front of a packed stadium.
His trio of goals not only secured the derby victory but also brought his personal tally to seven goals for the season, underlining his growing influence in the Red Star attack.
From the outset, Red Star set the tone for the match with aggressive play and fluid ball movement, leaving Partizan struggling to keep pace.
Ndiaye opened the scoring early, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to slot the ball past the opposing goalkeeper.
His sharp instincts and clinical finishing left no room for Partizan to recover.
The Senegalese forward continued to torment the Partizan defense throughout the match, adding a second goal just before halftime with a precise header.
By the time the teams headed into the break, Red Star had already taken full control of the derby, with the home crowd roaring in approval.
Ndiaye completed his hat-trick in the second half, converting a well-executed counter-attack to put the game out of Partizan’s reach.
His performance drew widespread praise from fans and pundits alike, with many highlighting his impressive form in what has been a strong start to the season.
Red Star’s fourth goal came as a final blow to their fierce rivals, capping off an exceptional display from the reigning Serbian champions.
The victory not only extended their unbeaten run but also reaffirmed their dominance in the domestic league.
Chérif Ndiaye’s standout performance in the Belgrade derby has positioned him as one of the key figures in Red Star’s title push this season.
Having already scored seven goals, his contributions have been vital to the team’s success, and his hat-trick against Partizan will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the highlights of his career so far.
For Red Star, the win in this fierce rivalry strengthens their claim to the top spot in the Jelen Super Liga and adds to their growing momentum.
Meanwhile, Partizan will be left to regroup and address the shortcomings exposed by their rivals on the pitch.
With Ndiaye in such lethal form, Red Star’s prospects for the season look increasingly bright, as they aim to continue their dominance both in the league and in European competitions.
