NK Varaždin vs NK Osijek: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Wed, 03 Dec '25)

The upcoming clash in the Hrvatski nogometni kup is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at UTC. The teams involved, NK Varaždin and NK Osijek, have faced each other three times recently, with NK Varaždin winning once and the other two encounters ending in draws. NK Osijek has not managed to secure a victory in these direct confrontations.

Their last meeting, held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, culminated in a stalemate. Heading into the upcoming match, both teams exhibited contrasting results in their previous matches. NK Varaždin suffered a 1-3 defeat against GNK Dinamo Zagreb, while NK Osijek managed a 1-1 draw with NK Lokomotiva Zagreb, suggesting different trajectories in their recent performance.

Player performance statistics indicate that NK Varaždin's P. Bočkaj is a player NK Osijek needs to keep an eye on, as he leads NK Varaždin's scoring with one goal this season. This highlights his potential threat to the NK Osijek defense. In terms of possession, both teams have averaged 0% in their matches this season, suggesting neither has dominated play significantly in previous games.

When considering corner kicks, both NK Varaždin and NK Osijek have averaged zero corners per match this season. This might imply a certain pattern of play or tactical approach that results in fewer opportunities from corners. Discipline-wise, NK Varaždin has remained relatively disciplined, with no yellow or red cards and no penalty goals conceded this season. In contrast, NK Osijek has received two yellow cards during the same period, highlighting a slight difference in their disciplinary records.

Upon evaluating the performance statistics and recent match outcomes, NK Varaždin might hold a slight edge over NK Osijek for this upcoming encounter. Yet, NK Osijek's recent draw against NK Lokomotiva Zagreb could signify resilience and potential to disrupt NK Varaždin's efforts. Nevertheless, a close contest is anticipated, with NK Varaždin projected to secure a more favorable outcome based on their head-to-head record and current form.