NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

L D L D W

7th place in Croatia 1.Division

1 - 2

18/02/2023 16:10

Rijeka

W W D L L

4th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka on 18 February 2023 (kick-off: 16:10) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka preview before placing your bet.

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb are currently 7th with 43 points after 36 matches.
Rijeka sit 4th with 49 points from 36 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2023

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

01 Dinamo Zagreb	81	36	24	9	3	81	28	53
02 Hajduk Split	71	36	21	8	7	65	41	24
03 ZNK Osijek	50	36	13	11	12	46	41	5
04 Rijeka	49	36	14	7	15	44	44	0
05 Istra 1961 Pula	46	36	11	13	12	36	38	-2
06 NK Varteks Varazdin	46	36	12	10	14	41	51	-10
07 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	43	36	11	10	15	45	50	-5
08 Slaven Koprivnica	43	36	10	13	13	27	46	-19
09 HNK Gorica	32	36	7	11	18	36	50	-14
10 HNK Sibenik	27	36	5	12	19	24	56	-32

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Last 6 matches

25/07/2026 23:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 4 - 0 Sturm Graz (Youth) International Club Friendly

17/07/2026 22:30

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 0 - 0 FC Karpaty Lviv International Club Friendly

13/07/2026 23:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 3 - 1 FK Epitsentr Dunayivtsi International Club Friendly

10/07/2026 23:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 2 - 2 Partizan Belgrade International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 23:30

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 3 - 1 NK Bravo International Club Friendly

01/07/2026 23:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 2 - 1 Vllaznia Shkoder International Club Friendly

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Rijeka

24/07/2026 01:45

Rijeka 1 - 0 Derry City UEFA Conference League

17/07/2026 01:00

Rijeka 2 - 0 Jadran Dekani International Club Friendly

03/07/2026 23:00

Radomlje 0 - 2 Rijeka International Club Friendly

30/06/2026 23:30

NK Brinje Grosuplje 0 - 3 Rijeka International Club Friendly

27/06/2026 23:30

NK Bravo 1 - 2 Rijeka International Club Friendly

23/05/2026 21:00

Rijeka 2 - 0 HNK Gorica Croatia 1.Division

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.39

Scored

Avg. per game

1.22

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.22

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

26 (72%)10 (28%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

26 (72%)10 (28%)

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Recent matches

Rijeka

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)9 27(75%)

Under /Over

(53%)19 17(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

/Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)17 19(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

Shots

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

11.53 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 4.27

Rijeka

Total shots

10.92 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 2.92

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Pass Rijeka

Total passes

11657

Avg. 432 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

10612

Avg. 393 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Played games

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.28

4.50

162

Corners

172

4.78

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.25

Offsides

1.56

1.97

GK saves

2.11

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

DISCIPLINARY

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.28

2.42

0.11

0.17

13.86

499

Fouls

466

12.94

12.14

437

Tackles

422

11.72

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How We Build the NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka on 18 February 2023 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 Rijeka 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 Rijeka'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 Rijeka sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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