"Pressure is a huge factor," NK Varaždin's coach stated recently. "In the last few matches, our players have shown excellent performances, but can they cope with the expectations?"

The team analyzes game situations after each training session to improve their performances. They are aware that achieving even better results is expected, and their confidence has been tested. Summer preparations brought a new rhythm, but moments of pressure against tougher opponents test their endurance.

Players like I. Canjuga and P. Bočkaj often emphasize the importance of mental preparation and highlight unity as a key component of success. Mental endurance can be critical as the season draws to a close, and the moments in which they need to maintain focus can determine the course of the year. While it seems the players' bodies are ready, there lies a challenge to cope with maintaining the proper mental state.