NK Osijek takes on NK Varazdin at Opus Arena on March 16, 2025, at 14:00 UTC, and we’ve got the best betting insights for you! The odds favor the home side at 1.83, while a draw sits at 3.00 and an away win is a long shot at 5.00. But let’s dig deeper—because betting is all about finding the smartest plays!
NK Osijek takes on NK Varazdin at Opus Arena on March 16, 2025, at 14:00 UTC, and we’ve got the best betting insights for you! The odds favor the home side at 1.83, while a draw sits at 3.00 and an away win is a long shot at 5.00. But let’s dig deeper—because betting is all about finding the smartest plays!

Our top tip for this match? Under 2.5 goals at 1.64 odds. Why? Well, the stats suggest a low-scoring affair. NerdyTips’ AI predicts a 1-0 win for Osijek, with a goalless first half. Osijek is expected to dominate possession (57%), but with only 3 shots on target, don’t expect a goal fest. Varazdin, on the other hand, is predicted to manage just 2 shots on target.

Looking at past trends in the HNL, only 48.5% of matches have seen over 2.5 goals, and both teams have scored in just 47.4% of games. That means a tight, defensive battle is likely. Plus, in their last head-to-head clash, Osijek edged out Varazdin 2-1.

Osijek comes into this match with confidence after a stunning 1-0 away win over Dinamo Zagreb—a victory that came at massive 5.5 odds. Meanwhile, Varazdin pulled off their own shocker, beating HNK Rijeka away, but that was back in October.

With Osijek’s superior squad value (€22.95m vs. Varazdin’s €7.95m), home advantage, and recent form, they’re the clear favorites. But instead of backing the 1.83 home win, the smarter bet is Under 2.5 goals at 1.64. It has a solid trust rating of 6.1/10, and all signs point to a low-scoring grind.

Expect a slow start, few chances, and a match where defenses take center stage. If you’re looking for a safe bet, Under 2.5 goals is the way to go!