GNK Dinamo Zagreb beat HNK Gorica with Beljo goal in HNL clash

Dion Drena Beljo scored the only goal as GNK Dinamo Zagreb secured a 1-0 victory over HNK Gorica in round 24 of the SuperSport HNL. The match was played at Maksimir stadium in Zagreb on March 1, 2026, with the event covered by Reuters Connect.

Dinamo entered the home fixture against Gorica aiming for a full three points. The first half passed without a goal, but the decisive moment came in the second period. Dion Drena Beljo managed to break through the visitors' defense and scored to put the Blues ahead. After finding the net, Beljo celebrated with a teammate, a moment captured by photographer Igor Kralj for the Pixsell agency. That image, measuring 4000 x 2667 pixels, was distributed via the SIPA USA service.

As of September 4, 2026, Dinamo sits in third place in the HNL table with 10 points from four matches played. Their record shows three wins and one draw, with a recent form of DWWW. The club has scored 11 goals, conceded just three, and holds a +8 goal difference. They currently trail leaders NK Osijek by only two points in a tightly contested title race. A full overview of the competitive situation is available on our standings page.

Dinamo faces HNK Gorica again tomorrow, on September 5, 2026. This will be a home match at Maksimir, with Gorica currently positioned 10th in the table. This quick rematch offers a chance to confirm dominance and gather more points in the direct contest with Osijek. The detailed schedule of all upcoming fixtures is available in our fixtures calendar.

Beljo's goal against Gorica showed his importance in the coach's attacking plans. His knack for being in the right place at the right time is key for a team with ambitious targets. Alongside other forwards, he is part of an offensive line that has been quite efficient so far. For an analysis of individual performances from all players, visit the stats page. Dinamo enters this new encounter with confidence, knowing every point could be decisive in the tight battle at the top. The next test against the same team therefore carries extra weight.