NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 May

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

L L D D D

8th place in Croatia 1.Division

0-0

03/05/2025 16:45

Istra 1961 Pula

W D D D W

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula on 03 May 2025 (kick-off: 16:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula preview before placing your bet.

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb are currently 8th with 39 points after 36 matches.
Istra 1961 Pula sit 6th with 48 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: NK Lokomotiva Zagreb to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Istra 1961 Pula, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. NK Lokomotiva Zagreb have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

16:45

2025-05-03

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula - Prediction & Odds

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Istra 1961 Pula

2025-05-03 16:45

STANDINGS UP TO 03/05/2025

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

01 Dinamo Zagreb	65	36	19	8	9	69	41	28
02 Rijeka	65	36	18	11	7	49	21	28
03 Hajduk Split	63	36	17	12	7	49	34	15
04 NK Varteks Varazdin	49	36	11	16	9	28	24	4
05 Slaven Belupo	48	36	13	9	14	42	45	-3
06 Istra 1961 Pula	48	36	11	15	10	39	42	-3
07 ZNK Osijek	42	36	11	9	16	46	52	-6
08 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	39	36	10	9	17	45	54	-9
09 HNK Gorica	37	36	9	10	17	29	51	-22
10 HNK Sibenik	30	36	7	9	20	28	60	-32

Head To Head

04/03/2025 16:00

Istra 1961 Pula

3 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO Cup

28/02/2025 17:00

Istra 1961 Pula

3 - 2

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

01/12/2024 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

1 - 2

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

14/09/2024 15:30

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 2

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

29/03/2024 14:50

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

16/12/2023 13:50

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

3 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

33%

Draw

17%

Istra 1961 Pula

50%

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Last 6 matches

22/04/2025 17:15

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 2 HNK Sibenik CRO D1

18/04/2025 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 0 - 2 Slaven Belupo CRO D1

13/04/2025 16:45

Hajduk Split 1 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

06/04/2025 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 0 - 1 Rijeka CRO D1

28/03/2025 17:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 1 HNK Gorica CRO D1

15/03/2025 16:30

Dinamo Zagreb 3 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Istra 1961 Pula

23/04/2025 15:30

Hajduk Split 0 - 1 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

19/04/2025 16:45

Istra 1961 Pula 2 - 0 Rijeka CRO D1

12/04/2025 14:00

HNK Gorica 3 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

05/04/2025 16:45

Istra 1961 Pula 3 - 0 Dinamo Zagreb CRO D1

02/04/2025 18:00

Rijeka 1 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula CRO Cup

29/03/2025 15:00

Istra 1961 Pula 2 - 1 ZNK Osijek CRO D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Istra 1961 Pula

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.08

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

26 (72%)10 (28%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

22 (61%)14 (39%)

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Recent matches

Istra 1961 Pula

Under /Over

(81%)29 7(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)22 14(39%)

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

/Yes

(56%)20 16(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)16 20(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Istra 1961 Pula

Shots

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

11.31 avg / game

Blocked

17 total

Avg. 3.40

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

9.75 avg / game

Blocked

30 total

Avg. 3.00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Pass Istra 1961 Pula

Total passes

13332

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

13826

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.19

Clean sheets

0.36

5.25

189

Corners

134

3.72

23.58

849

Throw-ins

722

20.06

1.47

Offsides

1.94

3.00

108

GK saves

2.42

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

DISCIPLINARY

Istra 1961 Pula

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.53

2.50

0.03

0.17

13.53

487

Fouls

517

14.36

11.97

431

Tackles

471

13.08

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

Betiball.com's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula on 03 May 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.

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Istra 1961 Pula Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NK Lokomotiva Zagreb's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Istra 1961 Pula'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 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb and Istra 1961 Pula sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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