NK Lokomotiva Rijeka - NK Pazinka prediction 19 May 2026

Our NK Pazinka vs NK Lokomotiva Rijeka prediction for May 19, 2026, in the Treca HNL points to a tight contest with NK Pazinka as the slight favorite. Based on league table positions, recent form, and head-to-head record, NK Pazinka has a 52% win probability, the draw is at 28%, and NK Lokomotiva Rijeka has a 20% chance.

Team Form

NK Pazinka's last three results show a mixed bag: a win, a draw, and a loss. Their most recent outing was a 2-1 away victory against NK Lokomotiva Rijeka on May 19, 2026. Before that, they drew 0-0 away against the same opponent on May 12, 2026. A 0-2 home loss to Crikvenica in the Cup on September 9, 2020, completes their recent form line.

NK Lokomotiva Rijeka's last five matches read L, L, L, D, W. They suffered a 4-2 away defeat to NK Koprivnica on June 13, 2026, and a 0-1 home loss to the same side on June 7, 2026. The 1-2 home loss to NK Pazinka on May 19, 2026, and a 0-0 home draw with NK Pazinka on May 12, 2026, are also in the mix. Their sole recent win was a 5-1 home thrashing of NK Banjole on April 21, 2026.

Head-to-Head Record

These two sides have met twice recently, both in the Treca HNL. NK Pazinka holds the edge with one win and one draw, while NK Lokomotiva Rijeka is yet to record a victory. The most recent clash on May 19, 2026, ended 2-1 in favor of NK Pazinka. The previous encounter on May 12, 2026, finished 0-0.

League Table Positions

NK Pazinka sits top of the Treca HNL overall standings with 27 points from 13 matches (7 wins, 6 draws, 0 losses). They have scored 27 goals and conceded only 8. At home, they are ranked 2nd with 15 points from 7 games (4 wins, 3 draws).

NK Lokomotiva Rijeka is 5th overall with 23 points from 14 matches (6 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses), scoring 28 and conceding 22. However, they are the best away team in the league, ranked 1st with 14 points from 8 away games (4 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses).

Win Probability: NK Pazinka or NK Lokomotiva Rijeka?

We calculate the win probabilities as follows: NK Pazinka has a 52% chance of winning, the draw is at 28%, and NK Lokomotiva Rijeka has a 20% chance. This assessment is based on NK Pazinka's unbeaten league record, their higher overall position, and their recent head-to-head superiority. NK Lokomotiva Rijeka's strong away form keeps them in contention, but their recent three-match losing streak and the head-to-head deficit reduce their chances. The draw probability is elevated due to one stalemate in their last two meetings and NK Pazinka's six draws in 13 league games.

Odds & Match Prediction

No specific odds are available for this match. Based on the stats, bookmakers would likely see NK Pazinka as the favorite given their top spot and unbeaten run. Our prediction leans towards a home win or a draw, with NK Pazinka the more likely side to take all three points.