Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 August

Rijeka

W L L L L

2nd place in Croatia 1.Division

2 - 1

20/08/2023 15:05

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

L W L W D

5th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb on 20 August 2023 (kick-off: 15:05) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb preview before placing your bet.

Rijeka will face NK Lokomotiva Zagreb in Croatia 1.Division on August 20, 2023 at 15:05.
Rijeka are currently 2nd with 74 points after 36 matches.
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb sit 5th with 51 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 20/08/2023

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

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

16/10/2022 11:10

Rijeka

3 - 0

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

07/08/2022 15:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

3 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

16/04/2022 13:10

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

2 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

05/02/2022 12:05

Rijeka

3 - 2

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

Rijeka

83%

Draw

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

17%

Rijeka Last 6 matches

10/08/2023 14:00

B36 Torshavn 1 - 3 Rijeka

UEFA ECL

06/08/2023 15:00

Rijeka 6 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

03/08/2023 14:15

Rijeka 6 - 1 KF Dukagjini

UEFA ECL

30/07/2023 15:05

Hajduk Split 1 - 0 Rijeka

CRO D1

27/07/2023 14:00

KF Dukagjini 0 - 1 Rijeka

UEFA ECL

22/07/2023 12:45

Rijeka 4 - 0 Rudes

CRO D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

11/08/2023 12:30

HNK Gorica 1 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

INT CF

04/08/2023 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 3 - 3 NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

29/07/2023 12:45

HNK Gorica 1 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

CRO D1

24/07/2023 11:59

Al-Ettifaq 0 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

INT CF

23/07/2023 15:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 1 Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

12/07/2023 12:30

Charleroi 2 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

INT CF

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

Rijeka

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.83

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

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

32 (89%)4 (11%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

28 (78%)8 (22%)

Rijeka

Recent matches

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Under /Over

(78%)28 8(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

Under /Over

(53%)19 17(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

/Yes

(39%)14 22(61%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rijeka

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Shots

Rijeka

Total shots

14.86 avg / game

Blocked

129 total

Avg. 4.45

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total shots

10.39 avg / game

Blocked

85 total

Avg. 2.58

Rijeka Pass NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Total passes

14805

Avg. 411 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

13596

Avg. 378 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rijeka

Played games

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.53

Clean sheets

0.31

5.14

185

Corners

181

5.03

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.83

Offsides

1.69

1.92

GK saves

123

3.42

Rijeka

DISCIPLINARY

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.17

2.17

0.00

0.08

12.69

457

Fouls

517

14.36

15.25

549

Tackles

533

14.81

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How We Build the Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb on 20 August 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.

Rijeka vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rijeka's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against NK Lokomotiva Zagreb'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 Rijeka and NK Lokomotiva Zagreb sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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