NK Varaždin won the Northern Derby against Slaven Belupo with a score of 2-1. They defeated the guests from Koprivnica and tied with Rijeka for 3rd place in the HNL.

How did the match go?

Varaždin took the lead from their first real chance. In the 12th minute, Canjuga found Tavares who scored with a header for 1-0.

What happened next?

Slaven woke up before the end of the first half and equalized in a rare manner. Ljuban Crepulja scored directly from a corner for 1-1.

Final outcome

After Jović's handball in the penalty area, referee Patrik Pavlešić pointed to the spot. Returnee Ivan Mamut scored in the 78th minute for a final score of 2-1.

StatValue
Result2:1
Position3rd
Pointstied with Rijeka