Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Istra 1961 Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

On May 3, Lokomotiva Zagreb are hosting NK Istra 1961 in the HNL of Croatia. The match is set to start at 16:45 UTC.

2 months after their last face-off in National cup, a sense of anticipation builds as Lokomotiva Zagreb and NK Istra 1961 are set to clash again. In their last match, NK Istra 1961 secured a 3-0 win. On a difficult run, Lokomotiva Zagreb approach this match following losses against Varazdin, Sibenik and Slaven Koprivnica, having failed to win in their last seven outings. Tightening up at the back might be their best chance to shift momentum, especially given the fact they've had trouble holding their opponents at bay, with goals conceded across seven consecutive matches.

NK Istra 1961 head into this fixture following a draw against Slaven Koprivnica last Monday, keeping their unbeaten run alive at three matches.

Lokomotiva Zagreb and NK Istra 1961 meet in HNL with their goal-scorers and playmakers ready to take on pivotal roles. Robert Mudrazija and Duje Cop have been pivotal for Lokomotiva Zagreb’s attack, guided by Mario Cvitanovic, combining to deliver important goals and assists. Mudrazija has already scored fourteen goals in HNL this season, while Gorican remains their top assist provider in the competition with four. Fran Karacic, Art Smakaj and Dusan Vukovic have made their presence felt as well, chipping in with decisive contributions in attack.

Meanwhile, NK Istra 1961’s offensive unit, carefully orchestrated by Gonzalo Garcia, has leaned on Mateo Lisica, their main scorer, and Beyatt Lekoueiry, as they continue to drive the team’s attacking efforts forward. Lisica has emerged as NK Istra 1961’s leading scorer in HNL this season, netting five goals, while also leading the team in assists, having set up five goals this campaign. Vinko Rozic, Stjepan Loncar and Giorgi Gagua have also played key roles, contributing with goals and assists to fuel NK Istra 1961’s attack.

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Line-Ups

We are updating team formations and line-ups for Lokomotiva Zagreb - NK Istra 1961 in real time. The teams starting line-ups are yet to be announced.

In their last outing, Lokomotiva Zagreb lined up with Luka Savatovic, Marin Leovac, Denis Kolinger, Leonardo Sigali, Fran Karacic, Feta Fetai, Domagoj Antolic, Dusan Vukovic, Robert Mudrazija, Fabijan Krivak and Komnen Andric.

NK Istra 1961's lineup in their latest match featured Lovro Majkic, Advan Kadusic, Dario Maresic, Ville Koski, Moris Valincic, Antonio Mauric, Josip Radosevic, Stjepan Loncar, Vinko Rozic, Giorgi Gagua and Mateo Lisica.

Stats

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Head-to-head

Over six meetings since December 2023, the teams have each had their moments. Lokomotiva Zagreb have two wins to their name, NK Istra 1961 three, with the remaining one ending as draw. Their latest meeting occurred on March 4, 2025, during the National Cup of Croatia, with NK Istra 1961 winning 3-0. Lokomotiva Zagreb have scored eight goals across these six encounters, while NK Istra 1961 have scored eight. So, overall, NK Istra 1961 have the edge in head-to-head matches against Lokomotiva Zagreb in their recent history.

In HNL, Lokomotiva Zagreb have played 32 matches, winning nine, drawing six and losing seventeen, netting 40 goals (1.25 per match) and conceding 52 (1.63 per match). In HNL, NK Istra 1961 have played 32 matches, winning ten, drawing twelve and losing ten, scoring 35 goals at an average of 1.09 per match and conceding 41 at a rate of 1.28 per match.

Recent Form

Lokomotiva Zagreb's recent form includes three consecutive losses, with defeats against Varazdin, Sibenik and Slaven Koprivnica in their last three matches, while NK Istra 1961's most recent outing ended in a draw against Slaven Koprivnica. Overall, Lokomotiva Zagreb have won seven of their last twenty matches, losing ten and drawing three, while over their most recent twenty games, NK Istra 1961 have claimed eight victories, suffered five defeats, and drawn seven times.

Live Standings

As always, Croatia HNL's live standings are availble and updated in real time. Lokomotiva Zagreb are 9th with 33 points from their 32 games, while NK Istra 1961 are currently 6th in the table with 42 points from 32 matches.

Video Highlights

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