Bitesize Prediction: Slaven Belupo vs Hajduk Split – 12/04/23

Competition: Croatian Cup

Market: Hajduk Split win

Odds: 1/1 @ 888sport

Looking to punch this spot in the final of this season’s Croatian Cup, Hajduk Split will travel to Koprivnica on Wednesday afternoon when they meet Slaven Belupo.

Starting with the hosts, although Slaven Belupo might have eventually been forced to settle for a 1-1 draw at home against Varazdin over the weekend, the Pharmacists are enjoying what has quickly become their brightest run since opening 2023. However, while Zoran Kekic’s side might be in the midst of a four-match unbeaten flurry, there is no doubt that the Blues will know they face a huge challenge on Wednesday afternoon. While the Koprivnica-based outfit might be enjoying a famous Croatian Cup adventure this season, Slaven are seeking some recent stability on home soil. Almost finding themselves sat in top-flight limbo, it should be noted that Wednesday’s hosts have mustered just a pair of wins from any of their last eight appearances in front of their own supporters – a run that stems all the way back to October 23rd.

As for the visitors, while Hajduk Split might need a minor miracle if they are to mount a title charge over the coming weeks, Ivan Leko’s men are enjoying their own eye-catching run of form. Marking their return from the international break with an action-packed 3-2 victory away at Sibenik on April 1st, the Whites have collected 10 points from their last four top-flight appearances. Looking to punch their spot in the final of this season’s Croatian Cup with a statement on Wednesday afternoon, the one-time Club Brugge boss has seen his side continue to impress on the road. In fact, including a 4-1 victory away at Varazdin on February 11th, it should be noted that Leko’s side have won four of their last five contests away from the Stadion Poljud. Likewise, picking up a 1-0 win when they welcomed Slaven to town last month, we are expecting a similar outcome here.

Bet: Hajduk Split 1/1 to beat Slaven Belupo in Wednesday’s Croatian Cup semi-final @ 888sport