Sports in Montenegro

11.07.2024

Montenegro, a small country located in Southeastern Europe, boasts a rich and diverse sports culture. Despite its size, Montenegro has produced remarkable athletes and achieved significant success in various sports on the international stage. The passion for sports in Montenegro is evident in its enthusiastic fan base, well-developed sports infrastructure, and numerous sporting events held throughout the year. Here is an overview of the most popular sports in Montenegro and their impact on the nation's culture and identity.

Football (Soccer)

Football is the most popular sport in Montenegro, capturing the hearts of many Montenegrins. The national team, known as the "Brave Falcons," has made notable progress since Montenegro declared independence in 2006. The team's participation in UEFA and FIFA competitions has helped elevate the profile of Montenegrin football. Domestically, the Montenegrin First League features clubs like FK Budućnost Podgorica and FK Sutjeska Nikšić, which have passionate followings and contribute to the vibrant football culture in the country.

Basketball

Basketball is another major sport in Montenegro, with a strong tradition and numerous achievements. The men's national team has competed in several FIBA European Championships, showcasing their talent on the continental stage. Montenegrin players have also made their mark in international leagues, with some achieving success in the NBA and EuroLeague. The country's basketball clubs, such as KK Budućnost Podgorica, regularly compete in regional and European competitions, further enhancing Montenegro's reputation in the sport.

Water Polo

Water polo holds a special place in Montenegrin sports, with the national team being one of the strongest in the world. Montenegro has consistently performed well in international competitions, including the World Championships and the European Championships. The sport's popularity is rooted in the country's coastal geography, providing excellent conditions for training and competition. Montenegrin water polo clubs, like VK Jadran Herceg Novi, have also achieved considerable success in regional leagues.

Handball

Handball is a sport where Montenegro has seen significant success, particularly in women's competitions. The women's national team won the silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics and the gold medal at the 2012 European Championship. These achievements have inspired a new generation of handball players in the country. The domestic handball scene is vibrant, with clubs such as ŽRK Budućnost Podgorica leading the way in European competitions.

Volleyball

Volleyball is growing in popularity in Montenegro, with both the men's and women's national teams showing promise in international tournaments. The sport's development is supported by a strong youth system and dedicated training facilities. Montenegrin volleyball clubs participate in regional leagues, contributing to the sport's increasing popularity and competitive level.

Tennis

Tennis has gained traction in Montenegro, particularly with the rise of talented players on the international circuit. The country boasts several high-quality tennis facilities and hosts various tournaments that attract players from around the region. Young tennis players in Montenegro are inspired by the success of international stars and are working hard to make their mark in the sport.
Martial Arts

Martial arts, including judo, karate, and taekwondo, have a dedicated following in Montenegro. The country has produced several martial artists who have competed and won medals in European and world championships. Martial arts clubs are widespread, offering training for all ages and contributing to the sport's popularity and growth.
Conclusion

Sports in Montenegro are a vital part of the nation's cultural fabric, fostering a sense of pride and unity among its people. The country's achievements in football, basketball, water polo, handball, and other sports are a testament to the dedication and talent of Montenegrin athletes. With a strong sports infrastructure and passionate support from fans, Montenegro continues to make its mark on the global sports stage. Whether it’s cheering for the national team or participating in local sports activities, the spirit of sportsmanship is deeply ingrained in Montenegrin society.

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• In period May-August 2022 we sold our flats in St-Petersburg Russia and  have bought two  ones here in Montenegro, Becici. We decided to move here and make new home and business with my husband. Our agent Milica Zugic  is really became our angel - provider here in Montenegro. She is very reliable, responsible , professional  employee of CMM Budva department. She has developed intuition and found very fast necessary properties which we needed. Also she helped us to speed up the process of registration documents in MUP.( list nepokretnosti, etc). She was our real provider here. Very appreciated her and all staff of Budva department for there assistance. Separately to lawyer Ivan and his legal team. Very recommended choose Milica Zugic as real estate manager when you search for assistant in this complicated and important field as buying property in Montenegro.

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• At the beginning of April 2022, our family living in Prague bought a house in Sutomore with the assistance of your company.
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• We were introduced to CMM by friends who had already done research on Montenegro and CMM. We purchased our apartment in Dobrota, just outside Kotor, all remotely from South Africa, during the lockdown. Everything was seamless without any problems at all. All the CMM departments work together well from the sales team, head office, legal, interior design and rental department. Every detail was well communicated with an abundance of zoom meetings, videos, emails etc
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• Biz Montenegroda CMM komandayla  tanish olmushug. Snejana ve Milan bize cox  yaxshi destek olublar. Artig bizim burada evimiz de var. Bize gosterdiler cox yuksek service, ve artig butun bizim senedler de gaydasindadir. Boyuk hormetle onlara Cox sagol bildiririk!

  Dilara, 01.10.2019 08:17:27

• Last year we decided to find a new home close to the sea. It was quite difficult in the beginning to make the right choice. Once we found CMM Company was a great luck! We immediately received detailed consultation on the country and purchase opportunities. Being attracted by Kotor - one of the most amazing parts of the coast, we decided to take a family trip and maybe make our dream of new home come true. As just discoverers of Montenegro, we were accepted like at home which was a one more pleasant surprise. The most important, we received all detailed information about country regions and procedure of buying property during the first few days. And how beautiful the car journeys were! Difficult choice, but when you find the home you want you can't refuse it. CMM did best to help us with this finding! All the purchase procedure passed well with CMM professional work! Now we are happy owners of a wonderful house with a Kotor bay view, being perfectly served by CMM Management company (of course, we've chosen CMM as professional house manager). Hope our friends and relatives would also move to Montenegro with the CMM help soon !!!

  Kate, 22.03.2019 13:06:21