Bjelovar and NK Solin Share Spoils in 1-1 Draw in Croatian Second Football League

Bjelovar, Croatia – May 23, 2026 – Bjelovar and NK Solin played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the Croatian Second Football League (Druga HNL), with both sides having to settle for a point after an evenly contested match at the Gradski stadion Bjelovar. The game kicked off at 23:30 local time and saw the hosts take the lead before Solin fought back in the second half.

Bjelovar edged ahead in the 27th minute when striker Ivan Kovačić met a cross with a glancing header that nestled into the far corner. The first half remained a tight affair, with Solin struggling to create clear openings against a disciplined home defence. After the break, the visitors increased their intensity and were rewarded just after the hour mark. A well-struck volley from midfielder Ante Lučić flew past the Bjelovar goalkeeper to make it 1-1.

Both teams pushed for a winner in the final stages, but neither could find the decisive goal. Bjelovar will feel they had the better chances, hitting the post through a free-kick in the 82nd minute. The draw leaves Bjelovar in ninth place, while NK Solin remain in 12th, with both sides looking to climb the table in the remaining fixtures of the season.

Head-to-Head Record

This result extends Bjelovar's unbeaten run against NK Solin to three matches, with two draws and one win in their last four meetings.

Next up for Bjelovar is a tricky away fixture, while Solin return home with a point that may prove valuable in their fight to avoid the relegation playoff zone.