Varaždin vs Gorica predictions, Jan 23, 2026

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In an upcoming Croatian HNL match, NK Varaždin will face off against HNK Gorica at home on January 23, 2026.

In terms of recent form, NK Varaždin seems to have the upper hand, having won 3 out of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, HNK Gorica has only managed to win 1 out of their last 5 matches. This could potentially provide NK Varaždin with a psychological advantage going into the game.

When looking at the bookmakers odds, NK Varaždin is the slight favorite with odds of 2.07 for a home win, whereas HNK Gorica has odds of 3.55 for an away win. However, our model prediction gives NK Varaždin a 45.7% chance of winning, with a 28.2% chance of a draw and a 26% chance of HNK Gorica coming out on top.

With these statistics in mind, it is clear that this match could go either way. Both teams will need to showcase their tactical strengths in order to secure a positive result. It will be interesting to see how it unfolds on the day.

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Varaždin 44.4%

Draw 29.3%

Gorica 26.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.15	3.15	3.35
	2.08	3.2	3.57	Watch and Bet
	2.1	3	3.5
	2.07	3.28	3.55
	2	3.1	3.6

Latest Results

10.01.26 NK Varaždin – NK Sesvete – 7:2 19.12.25 NK Varaždin – Istra 1961 – 1:3 12.12.25 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Varaždin – 2:0 07.12.25 NK Varaždin – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 4:2 03.12.25 NK Varaždin – NK Osijek – 2:1 penalties

13.01.26 HNK Gorica – NK Radomlje – 2:0 10.01.26 HNK Gorica – FC Koper – 1:1 21.12.25 HNK Rijeka – HNK Gorica – 1:0 13.12.25 NK Osijek – HNK Gorica – 1:1 05.12.25 NK Slaven Belupo – HNK Gorica – 2:1

Facts

Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 6 and 7).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Varaždin won 1.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Varaždin may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Recently, Varaždin has had a series of home games.

Varaždin could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Varaždin won 8 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 25:22. (average 1.3:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Varaždin won 6 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 15:12. (average 1.4:1.1).

Latest Head To Head

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 25.01.25 HNK Gorica – NK Varaždin – 1:1 14.11.24 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:2 penalties

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Din. Zagreb	18	12	2	4	38:16	22	38
2	Hajduk Split	18	11	4	3	29:17	12	37
3	Istra 1961	17	7	5	5	23:21	2	26
4	Slaven Belupo	18	7	5	6	26:28	-2	26
5	Rijeka	17	6	6	5	27:19	8	24
6	Varazdin	18	6	5	7	22:25	-3	23
7	Gorica	18	5	4	9	21:27	-6	19
8	Lok. Zagreb	18	4	7	7	20:30	-10	19
9	Vukovar 1991	18	3	6	9	19:32	-13	15
10	Osijek	18	2	8	8	16:26	-10	14

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