Varaždin vs Gorica predictions, Apr 03, 2026

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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
	2.69	2.92	2.86
	2.62	2.88	2.82
	2.65	2.89	2.81	Watch and Bet
	2.5	3	2.75
	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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