NK Varazdin vs Istra 1961 Result & Analysis

NK Varazdin are tipped to lift the trophy at home, the model’s pick for a home win. The expected total of 2.6 goals points to a compact affair, with the most likely scoreline 1-1 at 13.3%. Varazdin’s home form shows they average 1.25 goals scored and 1.75 conceded against similar opposition, while Istra 1961, on the road, averages 1.4 scored and 1.3 conceded. The probability of a home win sits at 49%, a draw at 28% and an away win at 23%. The model’s selections include Over 19.5 fouls at 94.3%, Over 21.5 fouls at 87.8%, Over 2.5 cards at 81.9%, Under 11.5 corners at 77.6%, Over 23.5 fouls at 77.5%, Under 3.5 goals at 74.6%, Over 1.5 goals at 73.5% (miss), and Under 5.5 cards at 71.4%. Varazdin’s recent form, coming off a win, and Istra’s draw-heavy run set the stage for a tight contest.

NK Varazdin’s win over Istra 1961 extended their strong run, with the home side coming off a 2-0 victory against Rudes. The model’s favourite was a home win, a 49% chance, and it proved correct as the final score read 1-0. The prediction also nailed most of its selections: Over 19.5 fouls hit at 94.3%, Over 21.5 fouls at 87.8%, Over 2.5 cards at 81.9%, Under 11.5 corners at 77.6%, Over 23.5 fouls at 77.5%, Under 3.5 at 74.6%, Under 5.5 cards at 71.4%; only Over 1.5, at 73.5%, missed. The match confirmed the model’s overall accuracy, with the favoured result and the bulk of its picks coming through.