HNK Gorica defeats Istra 1961 in a close match
HNK Gorica secured a narrow victory over Istra 1961, thanks to a late goal from Mateo Slogar in the 84th minute. The match, played at ŠRC Velika Gorica in Velika Gorica, was characterized by an even balance in possession and goal-scoring opportunities.
Istra 1961 started with a more intense pace and had the first clear chance in the 10th minute, but the visitor’s shot went over the crossbar. HNK Gorica responded with a long-range shot that was slightly deflected.
As the match progressed, the pace slowed down and the physicality intensified, with several fouls from both teams. In the 40th minute, Istra 1961 striker Bruno Lekoueiry received a yellow card for a foul on an HNK Gorica defender.
In the second half, the match became more exciting, with both teams looking for the winning goal. HNK Gorica had a couple of clear chances in the 55th and 61st minutes, but their shots were deflected by the Istra 1961 defense.
In the 84th minute, HNK Gorica finally broke the deadlock. After a good team play, Mateo Slogar received a precise pass inside the box and finished with a clean shot into the back of the net.
The goal sparked euphoria in the stands of ŠRC Velika Gorica, while the Istra 1961 players looked dejected. Despite Istra 1961’s attempts to equalize, HNK Gorica remained steadfast in defense and managed to secure all three points.
Statistics:
* HNK Gorica: 53% possession, 5 shots (0 on target, 3 off target), 1 corner, 3 fouls, 0 yellow cards, None red cards
* Istra 1961: 47% possession, 5 shots (1 on target, 3 off target), 2 corners, 7 fouls, 1 yellow cards, None red cards
Match Details:
* Date: October 27, 2024, 5:30 PM
* Match City: Velika Gorica
* Stadium: ŠRC Velika Gorica
* Referee: Ante Culina, Croatia
* League: HNL
* Season: 2024
* Round: Regular Season – 11
* Country: Croatia
Substitutions hnk gorica: at minute 9 L. Kapulica came in and A. Pajaziti went out., at minute 70 K. Krizmanic came in and D. Stiglec went out., at minute 70 M. Slogar came in and M. Dju went out., at minute 87 D. Pavlovic came in and M. Ndockyt went out., at minute 87 M. Steenvoorden came in and L. Kapulica went out.
Substitutions istra 1961: at minute 73 E. Filet came in and M. Vuk went out., at minute 77 I. Calusic came in and A. Kadusic went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
HNK Gorica
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Istra 1961
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