Fantastic NK Varaždin crushes Slaven in SuperSport HNL
NK Varaždin convincingly defeated Slaven Belupo 4-1 in Koprivnica in the second round of SuperSport HNL. The guests decided the issue of the winner already in the first half.
How did Varaždin win?
Varaždin was the more dangerous team from the start. After a few initial attempts, they had their first big chance in the sixth minute when Marina found Mamuta with a long pass, but his shot was saved by the Slaven goalkeeper Sentić. Slaven responded briefly through Mitrović, whose center shot was blocked by the Varaždin goalkeeper Silić, but Varaždin continued to press.
Key features of Varaždin's win
The guests took the lead in the 26th minute. Sikošek passed the ball into the space for Canjuga, who got behind the defense, came out in front of Sentić, and precisely scored for the lead. Just two minutes later, Varaždin was leading 2-0. Sikošek was again an assistant, and Mamić received the ball, dodged the goalkeeper, and sent the ball into the net. The goal was confirmed after a VAR check.
Final round
Several changes were made on both teams by the end of the match, and Dabro had the last chance in the overtime, but his shot was saved by Silić.
Current status of NK Varaždin
Last result: NK NK Varaždin 2-0 Istra 1961 (2026-05-23). Current status: 2W-1D-1L (WWDL, most recent first). Next fixture: NK NK Varaždin - Istra 1961 (at home, 2026-09-05).
