Vojvodjanska Liga Istok (Vojvodina Football League East – VFL East) is a regional football league in Serbia at the fourth tier of competition. The league was formed in 2014 after the reorganization of competitions in the territory of the Vojvodina Football Association. In this article, we will take a closer look at the history and current state of the league.
History
VFL East was discontinued in 2014 during the reorganization of competitions, but it was re-established as the Banat Zone. Finally, before the start of the 2016/17 season, the league was given its current name of “Vojvodjanska Liga Istok”.
The league consists of teams from various cities in eastern Serbia and includes teams such as Smederevo, Pozarevac, Kraljevo, and Kragujevac.
Current State
The league is currently at the fourth tier of football competitions in Serbia, below the Serbian League Vojvodina and above the PFL Zrenjanin and PFL Pancevo.
The champion of the league goes directly to the Serbian League Vojvodina, making the league even more challenging and competitive. The league also places a strong emphasis on player development, which is important for the future of football in the region.
The Best Clubs in Vojvodina Football League East
From well-established clubs with a rich history to up-and-coming talents, these clubs are making waves in the football world. So, let’s delve into the top clubs of the VFL East and find out what sets them apart.
- Sloboda Novi Kozarci, Novi Kozarci
- Vojvodina 1928 Perlez, Perlez
- Radnički Kovin, Kovin
- Radnički Zrenjanin, Zrenjanin
- Begej Žitište, Žitište
- Krajina Krajišnik, Krajišnik
- Borac Starčevo, Starčevo
- Zadrugar Lazarevo, Lazarevo
- AFK Ada, Ada
- Jedinstvo Novi Bečej, Novi Bečej
- Kozara Banatsko Veliko Selo, Banatsko Veliko Selo
- Bačka Topola, Bačka Topola
- Vršac, Vršac
- OFK Kikinda, Kikinda
- Mladost Omoljica, Omoljica
- Banat Čenta, Čenta
- ŽAK Kikinda, Kikinda
- Sloga Plandište, Plandište
- Spartak Debeljača, Debeljača
- Proleter Banatski Karlovac, Banatski Karlovac
- Jedinstvo Banatsko Karadjordjevo, Banatsko Karadjordjevo
- Dolina, Padina
- Budućnost Srpska Crnja, Srpska Crnja
- Naftagas Elemir, Elemir
- Crvena zvezda Vojvoda Stepa, Vojvoda Stepa
- Radnički Sutjeska, Sutjeska
- Bačka 1901, Subotica
- Dinamo Pančevo, Pančevo
Champions history
Vojvodina League East
| Seasons | Nb. Clubs | Champions | Points | Runners up | Points |
| 2004–05 | 16 | FK Radnik, Stari Tamiš | 54 | FK Crvena Zvezda, Vojvoda Stepa | 48 |
| 2005–06 | 16 | FK Jedinstvo, Vršac | 69 | FK Radnički, Sutjeska | 59 |
| 2006–07 | 16 | FK Spartak, Debeljača | 62 | FK Dolina, Padina | 45 |
| 2007–08 | 16 | OFK Kikinda, Kikinda | 70 | FK Dinamo, Pančevo | 53 |
| 2008–09 | 18 | FK Dolina, Padina | 80 | FK Dinamo, Pančevo | 69 |
| 2009–10 | 18 | FK Sloboda, Novi Kozarci | 74 | FK Bačka 1901, Subotica | 73 |
| 2010–11 | 16 | FK Zadrugar, Lazarevo | 69 | FK Bačka Topola, Bačka Topola | 61 |
| 2011–12 | 16 | FK Dinamo, Pančevo | 68 | FK Bačka 1901, Subotica | 66 |
| 2012–13 | 16 | FK Jedinstvo, Novi Bečej | 74 | FK Bačka 1901, Subotica | 70 |
| 2013–14 | 16 | FK Vršac, Vršac | 62 | FK TSC, Bačka Topola | 55 |
Banat Zone League
| Seasons | Nb. Clubs | Champions | Points | Runners up | Points |
| 2014–15 | 16 | FK Železničar, Pančevo | 57 | FK Borac, Sakule | 48 |
| 2015–16 | 16 | FK Radnički, Zrenjanin | 76 | FK Kozara, Banatsko Veliko Selo | 63 |
Vojvodina League East
| Seasons | Nb. Clubs | Champions | Points | Runners up | Points |
| 2016–17 | 16 | FK Dinamo 1945, Pančevo | 77 | FK Kozara, Banatsko Veliko Selo | 75 |
| 2017–18 | 16 | OFK Vršac, Vršac | 70 | FK Kozara, Banatsko Veliko Selo | 68 |
| 2018–19 | 16 | FK Kozara, Banatsko Veliko Selo | 76 | FK Vojvodina 1928, Perlez | 62 |
| 2019–20 | 16 | FK Sloboda, Novi Kozarci | 41 | FK Jedinstvo, Banatsko Karadjordjevo | 40 |
| 2020–21 | 18 | OFK Kikinda, Kikinda | 75 | FK Jedinstvo, Banatsko Karadjordjevo | 69 |
| 2021–22 | 16 | FK Naftagas, Elemir | 66 | FK Jedinstvo, Banatsko Karadjordjevo | 58 |
Vojvodina League East is an important component of the football scene in Serbia. The league has managed to recover from being discontinued and has become a successful competition again, with teams involved in competitive and exciting matches.
The league also plays an important role in the development of young players, which is crucial for the future of football in the region. With that said, it is important to support your local lower-tier teams, and if you want to get into this amazing sport and show your appreciation for your favorite team, find out how to become the ultimate football fan and start a new hobby that you will certainly enjoy.
