NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

NK Nafta

D L L L L

10th place in Slovenia 1.Liga

1-6

18/05/2025 11:30

NK Publikum Celje

D W D L W

4th place in Slovenia 1.Liga

Slovenia 1.Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje preview before placing your bet.

NK Nafta are currently 10th with 28 points after 36 matches.
NK Publikum Celje sit 4th with 61 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: NK Publikum Celje to win with probability 62%.
Head-to-head history favors NK Publikum Celje, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. NK Nafta have no wins, while 3 matches ended in draws.

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

11:30

2025-05-18

NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje - Prediction & Odds

NK Nafta

NK Publikum Celje

2025-05-18 11:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

01 NK Olimpija Ljubljana	74	36	21	11	4	63	20	43
02 Maribor	67	36	19	10	7	64	32	32
03 FC Koper	66	36	19	9	8	60	35	25
04 NK Publikum Celje	61	36	17	10	9	76	51	25
05 NK Bravo	55	36	14	13	9	52	44	8
06 NK Primorje	43	36	11	10	15	41	61	-20
07 NK Mura 05	35	36	9	8	19	37	51	-14
08 Radomlje	35	36	10	5	21	37	69	-32
09 Domzale	29	36	7	8	21	35	66	-31
10 NK Nafta	28	36	6	10	20	33	69	-36

Head To Head

16/03/2025 15:15

NK Publikum Celje

3 - 2

NK Nafta

SLO D1

01/12/2024 10:00

NK Nafta

0 - 0

NK Publikum Celje

SLO D1

15/09/2024 11:30

NK Publikum Celje

3 - 1

NK Nafta

SLO D1

22/11/2023 13:00

NK Nafta

1 - 1

NK Publikum Celje

SLOC

16/01/2021 08:55

NK Publikum Celje

1 - 1

NK Nafta

INT CF

18/01/2020 08:00

NK Publikum Celje

3 - 0

NK Nafta

INT CF

NK Nafta

Draw

50%

NK Publikum Celje

50%

NK Nafta Last 6 matches

02/05/2025 14:15

NK Nafta 0 - 1 NK Bravo SLO D1

27/04/2025 09:00

NK Nafta 1 - 5 FC Koper SLO D1

19/04/2025 09:00

NK Primorje 2 - 2 NK Nafta SLO D1

16/04/2025 11:30

NK Nafta 1 - 1 Maribor SLO D1

12/04/2025 11:30

NK Nafta 1 - 1 NK Olimpija Ljubljana SLO D1

08/04/2025 12:00

Radomlje 4 - 1 NK Nafta SLO D1

Win

Draw

50%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches NK Publikum Celje

07/05/2025 12:45

Maribor 1 - 1 NK Publikum Celje SLO D1

04/05/2025 11:30

NK Primorje 0 - 5 NK Publikum Celje SLO D1

30/04/2025 12:45

FC Koper 1 - 1 NK Publikum Celje SLO D1

27/04/2025 11:30

NK Publikum Celje 3 - 3 NK Olimpija Ljubljana SLO D1

24/04/2025 12:00

NK Publikum Celje 2 - 1 NK Olimpija Ljubljana SLOC

21/04/2025 09:00

Radomlje 1 - 3 NK Publikum Celje SLO D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Slovenia 1.Liga

Played games

Goals

Scored

478

Avg. per game

1.95

Conceded

316

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored

565

Avg. per game

1.88

Conceded

349

Avg. per game

1.16

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 245 matches

YesNo

188 (77%)57 (23%)

In last 245 matches

NoYes

247 (82%)53 (18%)

NK Nafta

Recent matches

NK Publikum Celje

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Nafta

NK Publikum Celje

Shots

NK Nafta

Total shots

11.25 avg / game

Blocked

35 total

Avg. 3.18

NK Publikum Celje

Total shots

12.71 avg / game

Blocked

186 total

Avg. 4.04

NK Nafta Pass NK Publikum Celje

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

10799

Avg. 400 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Nafta

245

Played games

NK Publikum Celje

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.33

4.44

1088

Corners

1561

5.20

0.46

113

Throw-ins

843

2.81

0.31

Offsides

340

1.13

0.47

116

GK saves

653

2.18

NK Nafta

DISCIPLINARY

NK Publikum Celje

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.76

430

561

1.87

0.07

0.08

2.56

626

Fouls

2573

8.58

0.00

Tackles

260

0.87

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NK Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje on 18 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 Slovenia 1.Liga 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 Nafta vs NK Publikum Celje Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NK Nafta's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against NK Publikum Celje'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.

Slovenia 1.Liga 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 Slovenia 1.Liga standings and the Slovenia 1.Liga form table to understand exactly where NK Nafta and NK Publikum Celje sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Slovenia 1.Liga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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