Varaždin vs Osijek predictions, Feb 08, 2026

Feb 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Croatian HNL, on Sunday,

Varaždin

Osijek

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In a highly-anticipated Croatian HNL clash, NK Varaždin will take on NK Osijek at home on February 8, 2026.

NK Varaždin comes into this match in fine form, having won 4 of their last 5 matches. Their strong run of performances has seen them climb up the table, and they will be looking to continue their winning ways in front of their home fans. On the other hand, NK Osijek has struggled as of late, with only 1 win in their last 5 matches.

In terms of bookmakers’ odds, NK Varaždin is favored to win at 2.26, while NK Osijek is the underdog at 3.64. Our model predicts a 43.5% chance of a home win, a 31.4% chance of a draw, and a 24.3% chance of an away win.

Both teams possess tactical strengths that could influence the outcome of this match. It promises to be a closely contested battle, and with both teams fighting for valuable points, we can expect an intense and thrilling encounter.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-02-01T18:52:03+00:00.

Varaždin
42.3%		 Draw
33.5%		 Osijek
24.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.24 2.61 4.22
betsson 2.2 2.82 3.7
MarathonBet 2.15 2.82 3.94 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.15 3 3.4
Pinnacle 2.25 2.86 3.62
Best for US Customers 2.16 2.5 4.2

Latest Results

31.01.26 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Varaždin – 0:2
26.01.26 HNK Gorica – NK Varaždin – 1:2
17.01.26 Emirates Club – NK Varaždin – 0:4
10.01.26 NK Varaždin – NK Sesvete – 7:2
19.12.25 NK Varaždin – Istra 1961 – 1:3		 01.02.26 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 1:0
25.01.26 NK Osijek – Dinamo Zagreb – 0:3
09.01.26 İstanbul Başakşehir – NK Osijek – 1:1
20.12.25 NK Osijek – NK Slaven Belupo – 0:0
13.12.25 NK Osijek – HNK Gorica – 1:1

Facts

  • A meeting between a mid-table team and the outsider will take place in this match (ranked 4 and 9).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Varaždin won 2.
  • Varaždin is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Osijek has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Osijek may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Osijek 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 5 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 21:23. (average 1.1:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Varaždin won 3 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 14:16. (average 1.3:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.12.25 NK Varaždin – NK Osijek – 2:1 penalties
    02.11.25 NK Osijek – NK Varaždin – 0:0
    17.08.25 NK Varaždin – NK Osijek – 0:0
    17.05.25 NK Varaždin – NK Osijek – 2:1
    16.03.25 NK Osijek – NK Varaždin – 0:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb 19 13 2 4 41:16 25 41
    2 Hajduk Split 20 11 4 5 30:20 10 37
    3 Istra 1961 20 8 6 6 27:25 2 30
    4 Varazdin 20 8 5 7 26:26 0 29
    5 Rijeka 20 7 7 6 31:23 8 28
    6 Slaven Belupo 20 7 6 7 28:32 -4 27
    7 Lok. Zagreb 20 5 8 7 23:32 -9 23
    8 Gorica 20 6 4 10 23:29 -6 22
    9 Osijek 20 3 8 9 17:29 -12 17
    10 Vukovar 1991 19 3 6 10 20:34 -14 15

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