NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 April

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

L W L W D

5th place in Croatia 1.Division

3-1

28/04/2024 13:30

Rijeka

W L L L L

2nd place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka on 28 April 2024 (kick-off: 13:30) 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 April 28, 2024 at 13:30.
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb are currently 5th with 51 points after 36 matches.
Rijeka sit 2nd with 74 points from 36 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.49.

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

13:30

2024-04-28

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs Rijeka - Prediction & Odds

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

2024-04-28 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 28/04/2024

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

01 Dinamo Zagreb	82	36	25	7	4	67	30	37
02 Rijeka	74	36	23	5	8	69	30	39
03 Hajduk Split	68	36	21	5	10	54	26	28
04 ZNK Osijek	57	36	16	9	11	62	43	19
05 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	51	36	12	15	9	52	45	7
06 NK Varteks Varazdin	42	36	10	12	14	39	47	-8
07 HNK Gorica	41	36	11	8	17	35	50	-15
08 Istra 1961 Pula	41	36	10	11	15	36	54	-18
09 Slaven Koprivnica	33	36	9	6	21	43	69	-26
10 Rudes	9	36	1	6	29	22	85	-63

Head To Head

03/04/2024 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

0 - 1

Rijeka

CRO Cup

17/02/2024 10:00

Rijeka

4 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

03/11/2023 13:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

1 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

20/08/2023 15:05

Rijeka

2 - 1

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

27/04/2023 11:59

Rijeka

2 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

18/02/2023 12:10

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

1 - 2

Rijeka

CRO D1

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

50%

Draw

17%

Rijeka

33%

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Last 6 matches

13/04/2024 10:50

NK Varteks Varazdin 0 - 2 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

06/04/2024 10:50

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 1 HNK Gorica

CRO D1

03/04/2024 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 0 - 1 Rijeka

CRO Cup

29/03/2024 10:50

Istra 1961 Pula 0 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

16/03/2024 12:10

Hajduk Split 1 - 2 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

09/03/2024 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 3 - 0 Rudes

CRO D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Rijeka

14/04/2024 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula 0 - 2 Rijeka

CRO D1

07/04/2024 13:30

Rijeka 1 - 0 Hajduk Split

CRO D1

03/04/2024 10:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 0 - 1 Rijeka

CRO Cup

30/03/2024 11:59

Rudes 0 - 3 Rijeka

CRO D1

22/03/2024 11:00

Rijeka 6 - 0 Domzale

INT CF

16/03/2024 10:00

Slaven Koprivnica 0 - 1 Rijeka

CRO D1

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

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored

Avg. per game

1.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.83

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

28 (78%)8 (22%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

32 (89%)4 (11%)

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Recent matches

Rijeka

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)28 8(22%)

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)19 17(47%)

/Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)14 22(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Rijeka

Shots

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

10.39 avg / game

Blocked

85 total

Avg. 2.58

Rijeka

Total shots

14.86 avg / game

Blocked

129 total

Avg. 4.45

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Pass Rijeka

Total passes

13596

Avg. 378 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

14805

Avg. 411 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Played games

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.53

5.03

181

Corners

185

5.14

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.69

Offsides

1.83

3.42

123

GK saves

1.92

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

DISCIPLINARY

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.17

2.17

0.08

0.00

14.36

517

Fouls

457

12.69

14.81

533

Tackles

549

15.25

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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 28 April 2024 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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