Dinamo welcomes Varaždin from 15:00 at Maksimir in a match that can bring the guests back to third place. The people of Varaždin fell to the fourth position after the convincing victory of Slaven Belup over Vukovar (4:1), so today’s duel represents an opportunity for them to quickly return to the top. On the other hand, Dinamo still leaves the impression of a team that is difficult to read – from convincing releases to unexpected declines.
The Blues have an easy run in the Cup, where they beat Karlovac with a score of 7:0. In that match, coach Mario Kovačević gave minutes to a wider rotation: Nevistić stood in goal, the defense consisted of Lisica, Dominguez, Galesić and Goda, while the midfield trio was Stojković – Mišić – Zajc. The wings were led by Fran Topić and Cardoso Varela, and the attack was led by Dion Drena Beljo.
A completely different starting line-up is expected today, with as many as seven changes. Ivan Filipović should take the place between the goals, Noa Mikić starts for the first time this season, while McKenna returns to the back line instead of Galesić. Perez Vinlof will take over the left flank, and Ljubičić should join Mišić and Zajc in the middle.
The biggest change refers to the attack – Monsef Bakrar should get the advantage, while Beljo waits for the start from the bench. Hoxha, fresh from the national team, and Lisica, who should attack the right side, should start on the wings.
Predicted line-up of Dinamo
Filipović – Mikić, Dominguez, McKenna, Perez Vinlof – Ljubičić, Mišić, Zajc – Lisica, Bakrar, Hoxha
