Aluminij vs Varaždin — match summary
World · Club Friendlies 3 · kick-off 2 Oct 2026 16:00
Full time · score 0-0
pPS pre-match readiness (0-100): Aluminij 15 · Varaždin 62
mPS in-play performance (0-100): Aluminij 25 · Varaždin 67
Shots on target 2-6 · corners 2-2 · possession 47-53
NextGOAL tip: Aluminij +0.75 · 2 stars
The friendly between Aluminij and Varaždin has no points or standings at stake, unlike the most recent match for both sides, who have each already played in their own leagues. Aluminij have just drawn 2-2 with a league rival, finishing with an equaliser, while Varaždin ended their latest league game with a goalless draw. This match is therefore one where both sides are experimenting with something rather than chasing a result. Aluminij went through a spell where league points were hard to come by, but they have not lost in a long time, and they have just scored plenty in a 6-1 win. Varaždin, meanwhile, have not lost at all lately, with a stingy defence and consistent scoring. Overall the two teams are not far apart, the difference being that Aluminij have to work harder to get a draw or a win. The game is expected to be an open exchange in midfield. Varaždin should have slightly more of the ball based on the control figures given, but Aluminij are at home and have a useful counter-attacking threat. What to watch from kick-off is whether Aluminij sit back and wait or open up and attack from the start, because that will determine how the first half ends.