Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka predictions, Sep 12, 2026

Sep 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As NK Lokomotiva Zagreb prepares to host HNK Rijeka at their home ground on September 12, 2026, both teams come into this fixture with different recent performances. Lokomotiva has struggled to find form lately, securing victory in just 1 of their last 5 matches. Their recent struggles suggest a need for tactical adjustments, particularly in attack, where they have found it difficult to convert opportunities into goals.

In contrast, HNK Rijeka has shown more favorable results, winning 2 of their last 5 fixtures. Their ability to capitalize on their chances may stem from a cohesive midfield and effective forward play, which has allowed them to outmaneuver their opponents more consistently. Given the bookmakers’ odds of 5.16 for a Lokomotiva win compared to 1.61 for Rijeka, there seems to be a notable disparity in current team form.

Model predictions indicate a 17.2% chance of a home victory, a 22.7% probability of a draw, and a solid 60.9% likelihood of an away win for Rijeka. While Lokomotiva will aim to leverage their home advantage, Rijeka’s momentum and tactical solidity make them the favorites heading into this encounter. As always in football, the match outcome remains uncertain, and fans can expect an intriguing contest.

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Lokomotiva
18.6%		 Draw
24%		 Rijeka
57.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 4.89 3.93 1.64
betsson 5.10 3.80 1.58
MarathonBet 5.19 3.92 1.60 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 4.75 3.75 1.60
Pinnacle 4.96 3.87 1.64

Latest Results

06.09.26 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 2:1
31.08.26 Hajduk Split – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 2:0
21.08.26 NK Rudeš – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 4:1
15.08.26 NK Osijek – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:0
08.08.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Gorica – 3:1		 05.09.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Osijek – 4:1
31.08.26 HNK Gorica – HNK Rijeka – 0:0
27.08.26 HNK Rijeka – FC Midtjylland – 1:4
23.08.26 HNK Rijeka – Istra 1961 – 3:2
20.08.26 FC Midtjylland – HNK Rijeka – 2:0

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 7 and 5).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiva won 0.
  • Lokomotiva is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Rijeka has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Lokomotiva has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Rijeka is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiva won 3 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 17:41. (average 0.9:2.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Lokomotiva won 3 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 13:16. (average 1.2:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.05.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Rijeka – 0:3
    01.03.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 2:0
    30.11.25 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Rijeka – 1:1
    13.09.25 HNK Rijeka – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:1
    06.04.25 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Rijeka – 0:1

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Hajduk Split 6 4 1 1 15:5 10 13
    2 Din. Zagreb 5 4 1 0 12:3 9 13
    3 Varazdin 6 4 1 1 11:5 6 13
    4 Osijek 6 4 0 2 13:9 4 12
    5 Rijeka 5 3 1 1 9:6 3 10
    6 Istra 1961 6 1 3 2 11:10 1 6
    7 Lok. Zagreb 6 2 0 4 8:12 -4 6
    8 Slaven Belupo 6 2 0 4 5:13 -8 6
    9 Rudes 6 1 0 5 6:19 -13 3
    10 Gorica 6 0 1 5 2:10 -8 1

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