ONK Metkovic vs Zadar: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As ONK Metkovic prepare to host Zadar on May 2, 2026, with kick-off at 17:00, this CROATIA: 3 HNL, South fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

ONK Metkovic, currently unknown in the standings with 52 points from 25 games, are within reach of the top with 5 points behind. They've earned 34 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Zadar, sitting unknown with 45 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 22 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between ONK Metkovic and Zadar have favored ONK Metkovic, with Zadar claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Omis, ONK Metkovic recorded a 0-3 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Zadar's last outing came against Zagora, where they secured a 1-2 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, ONK Metkovic are expected to maintain their unknown structure, ONK Metkovic and Zadar are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: ONK Metkovic's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Zadar's games average 2.8 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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