NK Varaždin was relegated from 1. HNL in the last round. Instead of them, Hrvatski dragovoljac will play in the first league.

What happened?

HNK Rijeka, who qualified for Europe, sent a support message to NK Varaždin. The message states that NK Varaždin is a club that belongs in 1. HNL and that they will be happy to see their return.

How did this happen?

NK Varaždin had a tough season and eventually finished in a position that led to their relegation from 1. HNL. Hrvatski dragovoljac finished in a position that allowed them to play in the first league.

What does this mean for NK Varaždin?

Relegation from 1. HNL means that NK Varaždin must rebuild their team and prepare for a new season in a lower league. The support message from HNK Rijeka is a positive signal for the club and its fans.

DateEvent
2023NK Varaždin relegated from 1. HNL
2023HNK Rijeka sent a support message to NK Varaždin