Our NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica Prediction: 2-1
NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica in the Croatia Cup is scheduled for an 16:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday March 4, 2026. We expect a 2-1 home win, but with both teams proving their offensive capabilities, BTTS is 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 – NK Varazdin vs Dinamo Zagreb
NK Varazdin will be looking to bounce back after a 0-4 Croatia HNL defeat against Dinamo Zagreb on February 22.
HNK Gorica's Last Match – Istra 1961 vs HNK Gorica
HNK Gorica will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-0 Croatia HNL victory over Istra 1961 on February 21. In that match, HNK Gorica controlled 39% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Istra 1961 | 61% | 0 (2) | - | 59 |
 HNK Gorica | 39% | 0 (2) | - | 50 |
NK Varazdin vs HNK Gorica Stats
Key Stats
| NK Varazdin | HNK Gorica | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.19 | Attacking Strength | 0.85 |
| 0.78 | Defence Strength | 1.07 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1.5 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 2/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 0.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
NK Varazdin are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 2.1 conceded per match, while HNK Gorica average 0.9 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.