NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 May

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

W D L D D

5th place in Croatia 1.Division

0-3

03/05/2026 07:00

Rijeka

L D W W D

4th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka on 03 May 2026 (kick-off: 07:00) 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 will face Rijeka in Croatia 1.Division on May 3, 2026 at 07:00.
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb are currently 5th with 44 points after 36 matches.
Rijeka sit 4th with 53 points from 36 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.17.

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

07:00

2026-05-03

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka - Prediction & Odds

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

2026-05-03 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 03/05/2026

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

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Last 6 matches

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

27/06/2026 14:30

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 2 - 1 NK Varteks Varazdin

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

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.44

Scored

Avg. per game

1.36

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

28 (78%)8 (22%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

23 (64%)13 (36%)

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Recent matches

Rijeka

Under /Over

(89%)32 4(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

Under /Over

(31%)11 25(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

/Yes

(64%)23 13(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)14 22(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

Shots

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

10.14 avg / game

Blocked

73 total

Avg. 2.21

Rijeka

Total shots

14.56 avg / game

Blocked

145 total

Avg. 4.14

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Pass Rijeka

Total passes

13567

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

14291

Avg. 397 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Played games

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.19

Clean sheets

0.39

4.33

156

Corners

225

6.25

21.53

775

Throw-ins

856

23.78

2.03

Offsides

1.39

2.31

GK saves

2.06

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

DISCIPLINARY

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.94

2.22

0.11

0.14

13.97

503

Fouls

458

12.72

8.69

313

Tackles

313

8.69

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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 03 May 2026 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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