NK Precko Zagreb Edge Out NK Tresnjevka in Croatian Third Football League Derby

NK Precko Zagreb claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over city rivals NK Tresnjevka in the Croatian Third Football League on April 30, 2026. The win at Precko’s home ground consolidates their strong position in the league table.

Precko opened the scoring just six minutes into the match when striker Marko Horvat stabbed home from a goalmouth scramble following a corner. Tresnjevka responded well, equalizing in the 31st minute through midfielder Luka Babic, who curled a free kick over the wall and into the top corner.

Decisive Moment

The second half saw both teams create chances, but the decisive moment came in the 68th minute. Precko winger Ivan Kolarov received the ball on the right edge of the box, cut back onto his left foot, and fired a low shot that deflected off a defender and beyond the Tresnjevka goalkeeper. Precko then defended resolutely to secure all three points.

Key Statistics

• Possession: NK Precko Zagreb 52% – 48% NK Tresnjevka
• Shots on target: 5 – 4
• Corners: 7 – 3
• Yellow cards: 2 – 3

Standout Players

NK Precko Zagreb: Ivan Kolarov was a constant menace on the wing and scored the winning goal. Goalkeeper Tomislav Mandic made two vital saves late on. NK Tresnjevka: Luka Babic showed quality from set pieces and was the visitors’ best outlet going forward.

Local Derby Significance

This Zagreb derby carries considerable local pride. Precko’s win strengthens their bid for a top-half finish, while Tresnjevka remain in the relegation zone, now three points from safety. The Croatian Third Football League is notoriously competitive, and every point matters in the battle to avoid the drop. Precko’s supporters celebrated vociferously at the final whistle as their team took a significant step toward mid-table security.