Varaždin and Lokomotiva Zagreb face each other on Saturday 05.09.2026, at 17:45 (UK Time), in a HNL League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Varaždin's home ground, the Stadion Anđelko Herjavec.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Varaždin and Lokosi, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Varaždin vs Lokomotiva Zagreb
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Varaždin preview
Varaždin heads into the match with the following record in the HNL League: in 33 matches, Varaždin secured 13 victories, 8 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 1.42 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Varaždin's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 14 victories so far.
Varaždin has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 44 goals, of which 42 were scored in the HNL League, resulting in an average of 1.27 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Ivan Mamut, who has found the back of the net 9 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Aleksa Latković has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, Varaždin has conceded 45 goals in the HNL League (an average of 1.36 per game) and 48 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.37 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Lokomotiva Zagreb preview
Lokomotiva Zagreb comes into the game with 33 matches played so far in the HNL League. They have secured 10 victories, 11 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 1.24 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 10 wins, 11 draws, and 12 losses.
Lokosi's attack has been highly effective, scoring 38 goals during this period. Of that total, 38 were netted in the HNL League, with an average of 1.15 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.15.
Lokomotiva's offensive system is led by Aleks Stojaković, the team's top scorer this season. The slovenian midfielder has found the back of the net 9 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Marko Pajač. The defender has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 50 goals with an average of 1.52 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 50 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.52 per match.
Head to head: Varaždin vs Lokomotiva Zagreb
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Varaždin
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W W W |
1.8 |
| Home | W W D W D |
2.2 |
| Away | L L W L D |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 50% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.64 | 2.69 | 2.59 |
| Scored | 1.27 | 1.44 | 1.12 |
| Conceded | 1.36 | 1.25 | 1.47 |
| Both Teams to Score | 64% | 63% | 65% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 31% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 13% | 24% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 44% | 41% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.5 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.73 | 1.68 | 1.78 |
Lokomotiva Zagreb
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W W W |
2 |
| Home | L W W L D |
1.4 |
| Away | D W D L L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 47% | 13% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 2.76 | 2.56 |
| Scored | 1.15 | 1.35 | 0.94 |
| Conceded | 1.52 | 1.41 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 64% | 65% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 18% | 24% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 12% | 31% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 53% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.31 | 1.34 | 1.28 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.42 | 1.43 |
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