Osijek vs Gorica Prediction: Can Osijek end Gorica’s good run?

After the disappointing relegation from the qualification for the European Conference League, Osijek must focus on the season in the HNL. This week, Gorica, which have a solid start, will be visiting. But can Gorica continue to remain undefeated even on this hot stadium? Osijek are a great team and probably the only one that can get involved in the fight for the first two places in the rankings this season. However, early relegation from Europe can have a negative impact on the team, and we will see if this will be the case on Sunday against Gorica.

Form: WDLWW

Osijek are currently in the second position in the table with 7 points won, which come from two wins and a draw with a total goal difference of 14-8. They started the season very convincingly with a 6-1 victory against Slaven Belupo, and after that, they beat Rudes on the road 4-3. In the previous round, they drew with Istra 4-4. Meanwhile, Osijek were eliminated from the qualification for the Conference League by Turkey's Adana, after they lost 5-1 away and won with a minimum of 3-2 at home.

Form: WDWDL

Gorica are in fifth place in the table with 5 points won. Gorica are still undefeated after three rounds in which they have one win and two draws with a goal difference of 2-1. They started the season with a draw at home against Varazdin 1-1 and then beat Lokomotiva Zagreb 1-0. In the last round, they played without goals away against Dinamo.

Judging by the quality, it is clear that Osijek are the better team in this match, but the circumstances are very sensitive and the question is how this match will unfold. Last season, relegation from the European qualifiers was a turning point for Osijek and it is uncertain how the club will react this time. Gorica managed to get a point against the champion Dinamo in the last round, which speaks volumes about the defense and character of this team. Osijek are an extremely attacking team, while Gorica are defensively oriented. Therefore, it is wisest to play this match on under 2.5 goals or maybe a little riskier on home win.