HNK Gorica W 0–3 ZNK Osijek Women
Croatian Women's First League – May 17, 2026

ZNK Osijek Women delivered a dominant away performance to defeat HNK Gorica W 3–0 in the Croatian Women's First League on Sunday evening. The visitors controlled proceedings from start to finish, scoring once in each half to cement their status as one of the league's top sides.

Match Overview

ZNK Osijek entered the match as favorites and lived up to that billing. They took the lead early in the first half through a composed finish and doubled it before the break. A third goal in the second half ended any faint hopes of a Gorica comeback.

Key Moments

• 12th minute: Osijek’s winger cut inside from the left and curled a shot into the far corner for 1–0.
• 41st minute: A powerful header from a corner made it 2–0 just before halftime.
• 68th minute: A counter-attack was finished clinically to make it 3–0 and kill the game.

Defensive Solidity

ZNK Osijek’s backline was rarely troubled. HNK Gorica W struggled to create clear chances, managing only a few speculative efforts from distance that were easily saved or missed the target. The clean sheet was fully deserved.

Standout Performance

The Osijek goalkeeper had a quiet night but was alert when called upon. More impressive was the midfield trio that controlled possession and transitioned quickly from defense to attack. The team’s cohesion was evident throughout.

League Standing

With this comprehensive win, ZNK Osijek Women consolidate their place near the top of the Croatian Women's First League. HNK Gorica W remain in the lower half and will need to improve their attacking output to climb the table.