Dinamo Zagreb 4–2 FC Koper: Clinical Zagreb Cruise to Friendly Victory

Dinamo Zagreb marked their return to preseason action with an emphatic 4–2 win over Slovenian side FC Koper in an international club friendly played at the Maksimir Stadium on Thursday night. The match, which kicked off at 02:00 local time, saw the Croatian champions dominate large spells and showcase their attacking firepower ahead of the new campaign. For FC Koper, the result was a valuable test against high-quality opposition as they prepare for their domestic season.

Fast Start from Dinamo

Dinamo wasted no time imposing themselves, taking the lead in the fourth minute. Striker Bruno Petkovic, fresh from a strong end to last season, latched onto a pass from midfielder Luka Ivanušec and slotted home from a tight angle. The home side doubled their advantage in the 17th minute when winger Mislav Oršić cut inside from the left and curled a beautiful shot into the far corner. Koper looked shell-shocked, and Dinamo added a third just before the half-hour mark through a powerful header from defender Josip Šutalo from a corner kick.

Koper Fight Back

To their credit, FC Koper did not give up. They pulled a goal back in the 35th minute when forward Milan Tučić seized on a defensive miscommunication between Dinamo goalkeeper Dominik Livaković and his center-back, tapping into an empty net. The Slovenian side then made it 3–2 with a stunning strike from midfielder Alen Ožbolt, who fired a first-time volley from 20 yards into the top corner just before halftime. The second goal injected life into the visitors, and they ended the half on top.

Dinamo Seal Win in Second Half

Dinamo coach Igor Bišćan made several substitutions at halftime, and the fresh legs paid off. The home side regained control and put the game to bed in the 67th minute when substitute forward Dario Špikić rounded the goalkeeper after a through ball from Ivanušec, netting their fourth goal. Koper pushed for a second comeback but found Livaković in fine form, making three good saves in the final 20 minutes to preserve the two-goal margin.

Key Observations

• Dinamo’s attacking depth – Four different scorers underline the strength of their squad.
• Koper’s resilience – Scoring twice against a side of Dinamo’s caliber is a positive sign for their season.
• Preseason fitness – Both teams used the match to build match sharpness, with multiple changes.

The friendly win gives Dinamo Zagreb momentum as they continue their preparation for the upcoming season, which includes Champions League qualifiers.