GNK Dinamo Zagreb need to rediscover a winning rhythm in a home fixture against NK Lokomotiva Zagreb in HNL round eight on Sunday. The Blues enter the match after two consecutive results without a win, including a European draw and a heavy defeat to Osijek, and will look to capitalise on playing at the Maksimir. They currently sit fourth with 13 points from six games, three points behind leaders Hajduk Split.
Dinamo's recent form has been inconsistent. Following a convincing 4-0 cup win over Bedem Ivankovo and a 1-0 home victory against Gorica, they suffered a 4-2 loss to Osijek and a goalless draw with Hapoel Beer Sheva. In that defeat to Osijek, goals for Dinamo came from Miha Zajc and Smail Prevljak from the penalty spot. Against Lokomotiva, the team will need to find greater attacking efficiency, with D. Beljo the season's top scorer on seven goals.
Lokomotiva arrive for this clash sitting seventh in the table, having drawn 1-1 at home with Rijeka in the last round. The most recent direct duel between these two clubs, played in May, ended goalless. Dinamo will likely rely on experienced players like Mislav Oršić and Josip Mišić to break down the visitors' defence. The full schedule of friendly and league matches can be tracked on our fixtures page, while the full squad and player stats are available here.
A win would bring Dinamo key points in the battle for the top of the table ahead of a run of more demanding fixtures. The match kicks off at 20:00 on Sunday at the Stadion Maksimir.
