Slaven Belupo won against Lokomotiva 2-0 in the 22nd round of the Croatian Football League.
In the 22nd round of the Croatian football league (SuperSport HNL), Slaven Belupo hosted Lokomotiva and secured a 2-0 victory. The match featured goals from Ljuban Crepulja, who scored from a penalty in the 45th minute, and Leonard Ε½uta, who confirmed the win with a superb free kick in the 90th minute. The first half was evenly contested, with Slaven holding more possession while Lokomotiva looked for opportunities on the counterattack.
As the match continued, Slaven Belupo began to dominate the play, creating more chances and limiting Lokomotiva's threat. The turning point came when Lokomotiva's defender, Posavac, mishandled a clearance that inadvertently led to a penalty for Slaven, expertly converted by Crepulja just before halftime. In the second half, Slaven continued to control the game, and Ε½uta's late free kick sealed the victory, showcasing their attacking prowess.
This win is significant for Slaven Belupo, as it elevates them to 30 points, positioning them jointly in fourth place in the league table, alongside NK Istra 1961. Lokomotiva, with 26 points, remains in seventh position. GNK Dinamo continues to lead the league with 45 points, five points ahead of second-placed HNK Hajduk, highlighting the competitive nature of the league as teams vie for crucial points as the season progresses.
