Varaždin vs Gorica predictions, Apr 03, 2026

Mar 28, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Croatian HNL, on Friday,

Varaždin

Gorica

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As the Croatian HNL clash approaches on April 3, 2026, NK Varaždin faces HNK Gorica in a crucial match that promises intensity. The fixture will take place at Varaždin’s home ground, giving the hosts some advantage, yet their recent form raises questions. NK Varaždin has only managed to secure one victory in their last five outings, indicating struggles in both attack and defense. Their tactical setup may need to emphasize ball possession to control the game tempo and minimize the visitors’ chances.

On the other side, HNK Gorica enters this match with a slightly better recent form, having won two of their last five matches. Their ability to capitalize on counter-attacks and exploit defensive lapses may prove vital against a Varaždin side that has been vulnerable at the back. The bookmakers reflect a competitive landscape with odds favoring the home side slightly at 2.61 versus 2.80 for the visitors.

Our model suggests probabilities of a 36.9% chance for a home win, a 31.9% draw, and a 32.3% chance for an away victory, predicting a final score of 1-1. Overall, this match is poised to be closely contested, with both teams seeking to capitalize on opportunities, making for an unpredictable outcome.

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Varaždin
35.4%		 Draw
31.6%		 Gorica
33.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.69 2.92 2.86
betsson 2.62 2.88 2.82
MarathonBet 2.65 2.89 2.81 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.5 3 2.75
Pinnacle 2.64 3 2.78

Latest Results

20.03.26 Istra 1961 – NK Varaždin – 2:1
13.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Vukovar 91 – 2:0
07.03.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Varaždin – 1:1
04.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:3
28.02.26 NK Varaždin – Hajduk Split – 1:1		 22.03.26 HNK Gorica – HNK Rijeka – 4:0
14.03.26 NK Osijek – HNK Gorica – 0:0
07.03.26 HNK Gorica – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:2
04.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:3
01.03.26 Dinamo Zagreb – HNK Gorica – 4:2

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 4 and 7).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Varaždin won 2.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Varaždin won 8 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 26:24. (average 1.3:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Varaždin won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 14:14. (average 1.3:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:3
    26.01.26 HNK Gorica – NK Varaždin – 1:2
    19.10.25 HNK Gorica – NK Varaždin – 1:3
    04.08.25 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:1
    04.04.25 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 0:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb 27 20 3 4 68:22 46 63
    2 Hajduk Split 27 16 5 6 45:25 20 53
    3 Rijeka 27 10 8 9 37:31 6 38
    4 Varazdin 27 10 7 10 34:38 -4 37
    5 Istra 1961 27 10 6 11 33:37 -4 36
    6 Slaven Belupo 27 9 9 9 37:42 -5 36
    7 Gorica 27 8 7 12 33:38 -5 31
    8 Lok. Zagreb 27 7 9 11 31:45 -14 30
    9 Osijek 27 5 10 12 22:36 -14 25
    10 Vukovar 1991 27 4 8 15 26:52 -26 20

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