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On April 25, 2026, NK Osijek will host NK Lokomotiva Zagreb in a crucial Croatian HNL clash at their home ground. As both teams seek to improve their standings, this matchup promises to be competitive.
In terms of recent form, Osijek has struggled, managing to secure just one victory in their last five fixtures. This underwhelming performance may raise concerns about their defensive solidity and offensive efficiency. Conversely, Lokomotiva Zagreb has been slightly more successful, with two wins in their last five, suggesting a more stable form as they approach this encounter.
The bookmakers have set the odds at 2.3 for a home win and 2.97 for an away victory, reflecting a close contest. Our model predicts a 39% probability of a home win for Osijek, a 28.1% chance of a draw, and a 31.9% likelihood of an away win for Lokomotiva.
Tactically, Osijek will need to focus on solidifying their defense, while Lokomotiva may look to exploit any weaknesses on the counter. Given the recent trends and current odds, this match could swing either way, emphasizing the unpredictability of football. Fans and bettors alike should prepare for an intriguing battle.
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| Osijek 40.1% |
Draw 28.9% |
Lokomotiva 31% |
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 | 3.2 | 2.98 | ||
| 2.29 | 3.15 | 2.95 |
Latest Results
| 17.04.26 NK Osijek – NK Varaždin – 0:2 12.04.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Osijek – 0:2 04.04.26 Dinamo Zagreb – NK Osijek – 7:0 22.03.26 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Osijek – 0:0 14.03.26 NK Osijek – HNK Gorica – 0:0 |
17.04.26 HNK Gorica – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 0:2 11.04.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – Istra 1961 – 2:0 07.04.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:1 21.03.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – Dinamo Zagreb – 0:5 15.03.26 Hajduk Split – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 21.02.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Osijek – 3:1 23.11.25 NK Osijek – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:1 31.08.25 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Osijek – 1:1 09.05.25 NK Osijek – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:1 08.03.25 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Osijek – 3:0 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Din. Zagreb | 30 | 22 | 4 | 4 | 81:25 | 56 | 70 |
| 2 | Hajduk Split | 30 | 18 | 6 | 6 | 51:28 | 23 | 60 |
| 3 | Varazdin | 30 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 39:40 | -1 | 44 |
| 4 | Rijeka | 30 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 41:35 | 6 | 42 |
| 5 | Slaven Belupo | 30 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 40:48 | -8 | 37 |
| 6 | Lok. Zagreb | 30 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 36:46 | -10 | 37 |
| 7 | Istra 1961 | 30 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 35:44 | -9 | 36 |
| 8 | Gorica | 30 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 34:42 | -8 | 32 |
| 9 | Osijek | 30 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 24:45 | -21 | 28 |
| 10 | Vukovar 1991 | 30 | 5 | 9 | 16 | 30:58 | -28 | 24 |
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