Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – August 09

Istra 1961 Pula

L L W W D

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

2-2

09/08/2025 12:15

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

W D L D D

5th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb on August 09, 2025 (kick-off: 12:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb preview before placing for you.

Istra 1961 Pula are currently 6th with 43 points after 36 matches.
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb sit 5th with 44 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Istra 1961 Pula to win with probability 47%.
Head-to-head history favors Istra 1961 Pula, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. NK Lokomotiva Zagreb have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

12:15

2025-08-09

Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb - Prediction & Odds

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

2025-08-09 12:15

STANDINGS UP TO 09/08/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dinamo Zagreb	86	36	27	5	4	93	28	65
02 Hajduk Split	68	36	20	8	8	61	36	25
03 NK Varteks Varazdin	54	36	15	9	12	47	46	1
04 Rijeka	53	36	14	11	11	49	36	13
05 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	44	36	10	14	12	40	52	-12
06 Istra 1961 Pula	43	36	12	7	17	39	50	-11
07 Slaven Belupo	41	36	10	11	15	46	61	-15
08 HNK Gorica	41	36	11	8	17	40	48	-8
09 ZNK Osijek	35	36	8	11	17	27	49	-22
10 HNK Vukovar 91	28	36	6	10	20	37	73	-36

Head To Head

03/05/2025 12:45

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

0 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

04/03/2025 12:00

Istra 1961 Pula

3 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO Cup

28/02/2025 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula

3 - 2

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

01/12/2024 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

1 - 2

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

14/09/2024 11:30

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 2

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

29/03/2024 10:50

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

Istra 1961 Pula

50%

Draw

33%

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

17%

Istra 1961 Pula Last 6 matches

26/07/2025 12:30

Istra 1961 Pula 2 - 1 NK Orijent Rijeka INT CF

25/07/2025 12:00

Istra 1961 Pula 4 - 2 NK Uljanik INT CF

23/07/2025 12:00

Istra 1961 Pula 7 - 3 Jadran Dekani INT CF

19/07/2025 11:00

Wolfsberger AC 1 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

12/07/2025 05:00

Istra 1961 Pula 1 - 0 Synot Slovacko INT CF

05/07/2025 12:00

NK Primorje 1 - 3 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

01/08/2025 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 0 HNK Vukovar 91 CRO D1

29/07/2025 11:00

Zadar 3 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb INT CF

23/07/2025 13:30

NAC Breda 0 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb INT CF

19/07/2025 10:30

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb INT CF

16/07/2025 06:30

Club Brugge 3 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb INT CF

09/07/2025 12:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 9 - 1 Krsko Posavlje INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.08

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.39

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.44

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

23 (64%)13 (36%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

28 (78%)8 (22%)

Istra 1961 Pula

Recent matches

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)32 4(11%)

Under /Over

(47%)17 19(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)11 25(69%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

/Yes

(53%)19 17(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)23 13(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Shots

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

10.28 avg / game

Blocked

107 total

Avg. 2.97

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

10.14 avg / game

Blocked

73 total

Avg. 2.21

Istra 1961 Pula Pass NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total passes

14467

Avg. 402 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

13567

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Istra 1961 Pula

Played games

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.19

4.14

149

Corners

156

4.33

22.44

808

Throw-ins

775

21.53

1.33

Offsides

2.03

3.53

127

GK saves

2.31

Istra 1961 Pula

DISCIPLINARY

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.97

1.94

0.00

0.11

11.83

426

Fouls

503

13.97

11.97

431

Tackles

313

8.69

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How We Build the Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb on 09 August 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Croatia 1.Division fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Istra 1961 Pula's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against NK Lokomotiva Zagreb's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Croatia 1.Division Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Croatia 1.Division standings and the Croatia 1.Division form table to understand exactly where Istra 1961 Pula and NK Lokomotiva Zagreb sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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