NK Varazdin vs NK Osijek Prediction & Match Analysis
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Home Win |
52.4%
|
2.00 | |
| BTTS | Yes |
62.8%
|
1.73 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
72%
|
1.79 | |
| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
92%
|
1.42 | |
| HT / FT | Home / Home |
-
|
3.10 | |
| Correct Score | 2-1 |
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|
8.50 |
NK Varazdin
NK Osijek
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
NK Varazdin
22 matches
NK Osijek
16 matches
| NK Varazdin | Statistic | NK Osijek |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Wins | 10 |
| 4 | Draws | 1 |
| 4 | Losses | 5 |
| 45 | Goals For | 30 |
| 24 | Goals Against | 24 |
| 2.05 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.88 |
| 1.09 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.5 |
| 12 | BTTS Yes | 8 |
| 18 | Over 1.5 | 14 |
| 13 | Over 2.5 | 11 |
| 9 | Over 3.5 | 7 |
| 8 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 4 | Failed To Score | 2 |
| 3.44 | Shots On Goal | 6.29 |
| 11.11 | Total Shots | 18.43 |
| 3.33 | Corners | 4.57 |
| 37.8% | Ball Possession | 53.6% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
This fixture has the profile of a tight matchup, with two sides with a fairly similar football identity likely to keep the contest close. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Overall, the preferred tip is Away Win, while the clean-sheet lean points toward NK Osijek. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with NK Varazdin expected to line up in 4-2-3-1 and NK Osijek in 4-1-4-1, which may reinforce the expected flow toward NK Osijek having the stronger overall control. There is little separation in the broader season picture, with both sides operating from relatively comparable league positions and points returns.
NK Varazdin come into this fixture from a strong position, holding 3 place with 13 points after 6 matches. The return of 4 wins, 1 draws, and 1 defeats, together with goals at 11:5, reflects good form over their recent run. Much of their attacking edge comes through I. Canjuga (2 goals), Ivan Mamut (2 goals), M. Mladenovski (2 goals), with creative support from I. Canjuga (2 assists), G. Sikošek (2 assists), Ivan Mamut (1 assists), while their defending has remained very solid. At home, they have managed 3 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses, which underlines a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. In stylistic terms they continue to show balanced attacking football.
NK Osijek come into this fixture from a strong position, holding 4 place with 12 points after 6 matches. With 4 wins, 0 draws, and 2 defeats plus a goal balance of 13:9, they continue to show good form over their recent run. Their attacking quality is driven by Nail Omerović (5 goals), A. León (3 goals), J. Jezic (2 goals), with creative support from Domagoj Bukvić (2 assists), L. Vrbancic (1 assists), Roko Jurišić (1 assists), and at the back they have appeared very solid. Away from home, their record of 2 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses points to a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their overall playing style can be described as balanced attacking football.
Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, NK Varazdin won 5 times, NK Osijek won 3 times, while 7 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 14:13 from NK Varazdin's perspective. 5 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 7 matches, with an average of 1.8 goals per game.
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
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| 1 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16:5 | 11 | 16 |
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NK Osijek
Away
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8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 17:11 | 6 | 16 |
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| 3 |
NK Varazdin
Home
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8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 13:7 | 6 | 15 |
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D
W
L
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| 4 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14:7 | 7 | 13 |
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W
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| 5 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10:7 | 3 | 11 |
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| 6 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 14:13 | 1 | 9 |
L
W
D
D
L
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| 7 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9:13 | -4 | 7 |
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L
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| 8 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 7:16 | -9 | 7 |
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W
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| 9 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5:12 | -7 | 5 |
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L
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| 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 10:24 | -14 | 4 |
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