Match Preview
Lokomotiva Zagreb will host Vukovar at Stadion Maksimir on Friday, 1 August, in a clash that sees both teams seeking to improve their standings in the 1. HNL. Lokomotiva enters this match with a mixed bag of results, having secured two wins in their last five outings, while Vukovar has struggled, managing just one win in the same period. Historically, Lokomotiva has dominated this fixture, winning all but one of the last ten encounters, with no matches seeing both teams score, suggesting a potential lack of attacking prowess from Vukovar.
One key angle to consider is Lokomotiva's home advantage, coupled with Vukovar's difficulties on the road. The odds reflect this, with Lokomotiva favoured at 1.75 to win. Given the teams' form and the head-to-head statistics, a bet on Lokomotiva to win without both teams scoring could be a prudent choice. Additionally, the likelihood of under 2.5 goals being scored is worth noting, as both teams have shown a tendency to struggle in front of goal. This match could very well be a low-scoring affair, favouring the hosts.
Hajduk Split
Gorica
Rijeka
Lokomotiva Zagreb
Slaven Koprivnica
Istra 1961
Varaždin
Osijek
Vukovar