NK Široki Brijeg vs FK Željezničar: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sun, 21 Sep '25)

The upcoming clash in the WWIN Liga BiH, slotted for Sun, 21 Sep '25, promises to be a compelling contest of skill and strategy. Historically, in their recent three encounters, NK Široki Brijeg has emerged victorious twice, while FK Željezničar has secured a single win, with none of the games ending in a draw. Their last face-off witnessed NK Široki Brijeg claiming a thrilling 3-2 victory at home on Sun, 18 May '25.

Both teams have shown positive momentum in recent matches. NK Široki Brijeg arrives in this fixture following a 2-1 triumph over FK Sarajevo. Similarly, FK Željezničar comes off a 3-2 success against FK Borac Banja Luka. Presently, FK Željezničar is leading the domestic league standings, holding the 1st position, whereas NK Široki Brijeg is positioned 4th.

In terms of player performance: M. Stanić stands out for NK Široki Brijeg as their top scorer, having netted three goals this season. FK Željezničar, on the other hand, relies on E. Alić, the leading assist provider with one assist to his name. As for player ratings, Mato Stanić leads NK Široki Brijeg with a rating of 7.13, closely followed by Ivan Marić at 7.1 and Kristian Sesar at 6.9.

FK Željezničar’s players also show notable ratings: Enes Alić at 7.29, Joao Erick at 7.2, and Vedad Muftić at 7.17. Statistically, NK Široki Brijeg averages a possession percentage of 42.6%, contrasted by FK Željezničar's higher possession rate of 46.8%. Predicting the potential number of corners, NK Široki Brijeg averages 3.71 per match, while FK Željezničar averages 5.14.

Discipline stats reveal NK Široki Brijeg has accumulated 12 yellow cards, one red card, and has conceded two penalty goals this season. FK Željezničar, however, has a higher tally with 22 yellow cards, one red card, and also two penalty goals conceded. Analyzing current form is crucial for an accurate forecast of outcomes.

Given the statistical trends and individual player performances, FK Željezničar’s position at the top of the league, coupled with their higher possession and discipline records, potentially tilts the balance in their favor for an expected win in this upcoming match.