Match outlook — Krka looks to consolidate at Stadion Portoval
Novo mesto hosts a clash that pits mid-table stability against a side fighting for breathing space near the foot of the table. Krka arrive with clearer momentum: their recent run reads as a mixed bag but leans positive, with four wins, four draws and only two defeats across the last ten outings. That form and the bookmaker pricing — Krka offered at 2.10 with a near-48% implied win probability — underline a team capable of controlling matches, especially at Stadion Portoval where their home numbers show a handful of shutouts and an attack that, while modest, can be efficient.
Dekani come off a much rockier spell. The away side sit 13th and their sequence of results signals alarm: only one win in their last ten, with seven losses and only two draws. Their away scoring is limited — just five goals on the road so far this campaign — and clean sheets are rare. Dekani’s defensive fragility and inconsistent finishing mean they are likely to spend extended periods chasing the game here, which plays into Krka’s hands.
Tactical tendencies and match rhythm
Statistically Krka are more active in the final third: they average around 12.7 shots per match and have created marginally more dangerous attacks than Dekani. Dekani’s attacking volume is lower, reflected in 9.3 shots per game on average, and their two clean sheets point to a defense that buckles under pressure. Both sides have been involved in a decent number of matches finishing with more than two goals — Krka’s over 2.5 frequency is noteworthy — but the head-to-head snapshot and the most recent encounter recorded here show a tight 1-0 win for Krka, a reminder that even dominant moments can translate into narrow scores in this fixture.
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Betting suggestion After weighing form, home advantage and market pricing, the clearest value sits in the 1X2 market. Krka to win at 2.10 combines a strong home profile with Dekani’s struggles away; expect a controlled Krka performance that edges out a narrow victory — forecast 1-0 or 2-1. Stake conservatively and consider adding a low-stakes alternative on under 3.5 goals if you want to temper risk.