Our NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica Prediction: 2-1
NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 16:15 GMT kick-off on Friday April 3, 2026. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
This NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
NK Varazdin's Last Match – Istra 1961 vs NK Varazdin
NK Varazdin will hope to recover from their recent 1-2 Croatia HNL setback against Istra 1961 on March 20. In that match, NK Varazdin recorded 53% possession, firing 6 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Istra 1961 | 47% | 0 (4) | 0.45 | 65 |
 NK Varazdin | 53% | 0 (6) | 1.51 | 62 |
HNK Gorica's Last Match – HNK Gorica vs HNK Rijeka
HNK Gorica must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 4-0 Croatia HNL victory over HNK Rijeka in their last outing. In that match, HNK Gorica had 43% possession and 6 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 HNK Gorica | 43% | 0 (6) | 2.03 | 46 |
 HNK Rijeka | 57% | 0 (2) | 0.34 | 71 |
NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica Stats
Key Stats
| NK Varazdin | HNK Gorica | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.14 | Attacking Strength | 0.93 |
| 1.39 | Defence Strength | 1.07 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
NK Varazdin are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.9 conceded per match, while HNK Gorica average 1.5 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.
NK Varazdin 10-19
HNK Gorica 15-10
What are the odds for this match?
NK Varazdin to win: @2.2
Draw: @3
HNK Gorica to win: @3
Lineups
NK Varazdin: Luka Mamic, Novak Tepsic, Matej Vuk, Mario Mladenovski, Aleksa Latkovic, Tomislav Duvnjak, Frane Maglica, Gregor Sikosek, David Puclin, Roberto Puncec, Oliver Zelenika
HNK Gorica: Stefan Peric, Ante Erceg, Ante Kavelj, Jakov Filipovic, Bruno Bogojevic, Iker Pozo, Marijan Cabraja, Domagoj Pavicic, Davor Matijas, Zan Trontelj, Jurica Prsir
Dinamo Zagreb 
Hajduk Split 
HNK Rijeka 
NK Varazdin 
Slaven Belupo 
Istra 1961 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
HNK Gorica 
NK Osijek 
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