NK Maribor draws 1-1 with HNK Gorica in friendly

NK Maribor played a friendly match against Croatian top-flight side HNK Gorica during an international break, resulting in a 1-1 draw at Kidričevo.

HNK Gorica took an early lead in the sixth minute when Ante Erceg scored following a mistake on the edge of the penalty area. Maribor equalized in the 33rd minute through Behar Feta, who capitalized on an error by Gorica's substitute goalkeeper, Darijan Žarkov.

The match featured a red card for Gorica goalkeeper Davor Matijaš for a handball outside the penalty area, though both teams agreed to continue with equal numbers due to the friendly nature of the fixture. Maribor coach Darko Milanič utilized the opportunity to rotate his squad and provide playing time to players who receive fewer minutes during the regular season.