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Istra 1961 Edges Out Lokomotiva Zagreb in Thrilling Match
Istra 1961 secured a 2-1 victory against NK Lokomotiva Zagreb in a captivating match at Stadion Kranjčevićeva in Zagreb. The game, part of the Croatian HNL’s round 15, took place on December 1st, 2024 and was characterized by its intensity and numerous yellow cards.
While Lokomotiva Zagreb controlled possession (63%), it was Istra 1961 who took the lead with two early goals. D. Maresic opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, assisted by B. Lekoueiry, and S. Lawal doubled the lead in the 45th minute, again with an assist from Lekoueiry. Istra 1961 created more goal-scoring opportunities (12 shots compared to Lokomotiva’s 5), proving more clinical in front of goal.
Lokomotiva Zagreb rallied in the second half, pulling one back through R. Mudrazija’s goal in the 83rd minute. Despite a late push from the home side, Istra 1961 held on for the win. The match saw a total of seven yellow cards, five for Istra 1961 and two for Lokomotiva Zagreb. Lokomotiva’s possession advantage didn’t translate into goals, highlighting Istra 1961’s superior efficiency.
Substitutions nk lokomotiva zagreb: at minute 46 F. Cuic came in and D. Vukovic went out., at minute 46 B. Boskovic came in and M. Vranjkovic went out., at minute 46 J. Mersinaj came in and D. Antolic went out., at minute 68 M. Pajac came in and M. Leovac went out., at minute 85 A. Bazdaric came in and A. Smakaj went out.
Substitutions istra 1961: at minute 61 G. Gagua came in and S. Lawal went out., at minute 81 A. Poko came in and D. Maresic went out., at minute 90 I. Ramic came in and M. Lisica went out., at minute 90 J. Ivanisevic came in and A. Kadusic went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb
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Istra 1961
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