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

Betiball's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka on 03 May 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) 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 vs Rijeka: Starting Lineups Time : 03/05/2026 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb
0 - 3
Finished
Rijeka
89' event Blaz Boskovic
89' event Petar Kostelac / Marko Vesovic
83' event Teodor Kralevski / Luka Dajcer
83' event Pavle Smiljanic / Leon Belcar
61' event Ibrahim Sabra / Dusan Vukovic
52' event Marko Pajac
51' event Marko Vesovic
46' event Marcel Lorber / Matija Subotic
event 90+3' Noel Bodetic / Mladen Devetak
event 83' Dimitri Legbo / Amer Gojak
event 81' Merveille Ndockyt
event 79' Merveille Ndockyt / Ante Orec
event 79' Duje Cop / Daniel Adu Adjei
event 79' Toni Fruk / Tiago Dantas
event 54' Daniel Adu Adjei
event 14' Daniel Adu Adjei
89' event Blaz Boskovic
event 90+3' Noel Bodetic / Mladen Devetak
89' event Petar Kostelac / Marko Vesovic
event 83' Dimitri Legbo / Amer Gojak
83' event Teodor Kralevski / Luka Dajcer
event 81' Merveille Ndockyt
83' event Pavle Smiljanic / Leon Belcar
event 79' Merveille Ndockyt / Ante Orec
61' event Ibrahim Sabra / Dusan Vukovic
event 79' Duje Cop / Daniel Adu Adjei
52' event Marko Pajac
event 79' Toni Fruk / Tiago Dantas
51' event Marko Vesovic
event 54' Daniel Adu Adjei
46' event Marcel Lorber / Matija Subotic
event 14' Daniel Adu Adjei
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb NK Lokomotiva Zagreb
Substitutions
#33 Dimitrije Kamenovic
#3 Petar Kostelac
#2 Teodor Kralevski
#14 Marcel Lorber
#9 Ibrahim Sabra
#32 Luka Savatovic
#18 Mario Situm
#25 Pavle Smiljanic
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Rijeka Rijeka
3Shots10
1Shots on Goal4
17Fouls14
1Corner Kick1
14Free kick17
2Offside2
3Yellow card0
1Save1
5Successful Tackles13
7Interceptions9
19Long pass30
4Successful center2
2Shots off goal4
1Hit The Post0
0Blocked2
4Tackle12
8Dribbles0
29Throw-in23
325Passes377
105Attacks122
44Dangerous attacks49
1Corner Kicks(HT)1
1BigChances2
1BigChancesMissed0
3ShotsInsideBox7
0ShotsOutsideBox3
42DuelsWon42
0.46ExpectedGoals2.05
0.02xGOT2.42
11Touches In Opposition Box11
10AccurateCrosses10
28GroundDuelsWon33
14AerialDuelsWon9
14Clearances16
Rijeka Rijeka
Substitutions
#91 Noel Bodetic
#9 Duje Cop
#10 Toni Fruk
#77 Ante Matej Juric
#2 Lovro Kitin
#24 Dimitri Legbo
#20 Merveille Ndockyt
#8 Dejan Petrovic
#11 Gabrijel Rukavina
#99 Aleksa Todorovic
Commentary
90+3' Rijeka — substitution: Noel Bodetic / Mladen Devetak
89' Blaz Boskovic - NK Lokomotiva Zagreb receive a yellow card
89' NK Lokomotiva Zagreb — substitution: Petar Kostelac / Marko Vesovic
83' NK Lokomotiva Zagreb — substitution: Teodor Kralevski / Luka Dajcer
83' NK Lokomotiva Zagreb — substitution: Pavle Smiljanic / Leon Belcar
83' Rijeka — substitution: Dimitri Legbo / Amer Gojak
81' Goal! Merveille Ndockyt - Rijeka
79' Rijeka — substitution: Merveille Ndockyt / Ante Orec
79' Rijeka — substitution: Duje Cop / Daniel Adu Adjei
79' Rijeka — substitution: Toni Fruk / Tiago Dantas
61' NK Lokomotiva Zagreb — substitution: Ibrahim Sabra / Dusan Vukovic
54' Goal! Daniel Adu Adjei - Rijeka
52' Marko Pajac - NK Lokomotiva Zagreb receive a yellow card
51' Marko Vesovic - NK Lokomotiva Zagreb receive a yellow card
46' NK Lokomotiva Zagreb — substitution: Marcel Lorber / Matija Subotic
14' Goal! Daniel Adu Adjei - Rijeka

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 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.

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 standings and the 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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