NK Varaždin Prepares for Rijeka: Šafarić Expects Tough Match

Šafarić: Rijeka Plays Faster with Kek

NK Varaždin is preparing for a match against Rijeka in the 3rd round of the Croatian football league. Coach Nikola Šafarić expects a tough match, but is optimistic due to a good start to the season. After two consecutive wins at the start of the new season, the NK Varaždin team in the 3rd round of the Croatian football league welcomes Rijeka.

How Will Rijeka's Style of Play Reflect

Šafarić emphasizes that, more than the results themselves, he is pleased with the way the team looks on the field. „Of course, it's much nicer to work when you're winning. Regardless of the wins, what pleased me the most was the way we played, especially in the last match“, said coach Šafarić.

Expectations Before the Sunday Match

Mario Marina also expressed his expectations before the Sunday match. „We're playing against a quality Rijeka with excellent individuals, so we're certainly expecting a tough match, like any other“, Marina pointed out. Next fixture: vs Dinamo Zagreb (away, 2027-02-13).