Varaždin Dominates Koprivnica: 4-1 Win in Second Round of HNL

Varaždin secured a well-deserved top spot in the HNL after defeating Koprivnica 4-1 in the second round of the league. Varaždinci dominated throughout the first half, while Slaven Belup's lineup underperformed expectations. Key goals from Mamić and Canjuga sealed the victory.

Varaždin Dominates Koprivnica: 4-1 Win in Second Round of HNL

First Half

Varaždinci dominated the first half, with the first dangerous situation arising in the 6th minute when Marina created a high-angle shot for Mamić, but Sentić managed to save it. Latković scored from 25 meters in the 18th minute and Varaždinci opened up a lead. In the 26th minute, Sikošek assisted Canjuga who struck an excellent goal.

Slaven's Demise

Slaven Belup's lineup underperformed expectations and Mamić scored easily from an assist by Sikošek in the 28th minute, increasing Varaždinci's lead to 2-0.

Final Result

Nestorovski reduced the deficit for Slaven Belup in the 71st minute, but Varaždinci controlled the game until the end. Latković scored from 25 meters in the 78th minute for the final score of 4-1.

Key Goals

Key goals were scored by Mamić and Canjuga, while Varaždinci dominated the entire game. Slaven Belup's lineup did not perform well and Mamić struck a brilliant goal in the 26th minute to increase Varaždinci's lead.