Crvena Zvezda Fans Show “Big and Humane Heart”: 35th Blood Donation Drive Collects 490 Units
BELGRADE – The legendary humanitarian spirit of the “Red and White” family was on full display this week as the 35th installment of the “Crveno-bela krv” (Red and White Blood) campaign concluded with significant success. Across two days of intensive action, Zvezda fans contributed a total of 490 units of blood, providing a vital lifeline for hospitals across Serbia during the challenging winter months.
The drive, organized by FK Crvena zvezda in cooperation with the Institute for Blood Transfusion of Serbia, took place on January 25th and 26th. While the primary hub was the Media Center at the Rajko Mitić Stadium in Belgrade, the initiative saw strong turnout at satellite locations in Kosovska Mitrovica and Prokuplje.
A Surge of Solidarity
The campaign started strong on Sunday, with 189 units collected on the first day alone. By the close of the second day, that number more than doubled, reaching the final tally of 490. Club officials praised the “twelfth player” for proving once again that the greatness of Crvena zvezda is reflected as much in its community impact as in its trophy cabinet.
“The stars have once again shown they have a big and humane heart,” the club stated in an official release. “In moments when blood supplies are traditionally lower, our supporters have stepped up to ensure that those in need are not forgotten.”
Rewards for the Humane
As a token of appreciation for their altruism, every fan who participated in the drive was rewarded with a ticket for tomorrow’s highly anticipated Europa League clash against Spanish side Celta Vigo.
The match, scheduled for Thursday, January 29th, at 9:00 PM, carries immense weight as Zvezda looks to secure a top-eight finish in the league phase. Donors will now join a sold-out Marakana to cheer on Dejan Stanković’s men, having already secured a “victory” for public health before the opening whistle even blows.
Continued Community Outreach
The blood drive was part of a broader week of humanitarianism for the club. Following the campaign, first-team stars Aleksandar Katai and Mirko Ivanić visited the “Sounds of the Heart” cafe, a unique establishment staffed by young people with disabilities, to mark the Savindan holidays and further cement the club’s bond with the local community.
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