Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Gorica - 1. HNL Match

Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Gorica Preview: 1. HNL Clash

Lokomotiva Zagreb will host Gorica at Stadion Maksimir on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 19:15 UTC in what promises to be an exciting 1. HNL encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.

Current Form & Recent Results

Lokomotiva Zagreb have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 1 games while suffering 1 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.

Gorica have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 1 games while suffering 1 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.

Head-to-Head Record

Gorica have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 12 of the last 34 encounters compared to Lokomotiva Zagreb's 10 wins. With 12 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.

Expected Tactics & Formations

Lokomotiva Zagreb are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Gorica will likely deploy a 4-2-3-1 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.

Match Officials

Antonio Melnjak will be the referee for this fixture.

Match Prediction & Analysis

This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.

Key Facts

• Kick-off: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 19:15 UTC
• Venue: Stadion Maksimir
• Competition: 1. HNL
• Lokomotiva Zagreb Position: 8th (19 pts)
• Gorica Position: 7th (19 pts)
• H2H Record (Last 34): Lokomotiva Zagreb 10W - 12D - 12W Gorica
• Referee: Antonio Melnjak