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As Hajduk Split prepares to host HNK Rijeka in the Croatian HNL on February 22, 2026, both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent form to secure vital points. Hajduk Split enters the match with a strong record, having won 3 of their last 5 outings. Their upturn in performance is indicative of robust offensive tactics and a solid defensive unit, essential in navigating the competitive landscape of the league.
Conversely, HNK Rijeka has struggled to maintain consistency, managing only 2 wins in their last 5 matches. While they have demonstrated flashes of potential, their inability to consistently translate opportunities into results could be a concern against a well-organized Hajduk side.
The bookmakers’ odds favor Hajduk Split at 2.07 for a home win, reflecting their strong home advantage. The model predicts a 45.8% chance of Hajduk securing victory, with a 28.3% likelihood of a draw and a 25.8% possibility of Rijeka pulling off an away win.
In this high-stakes matchup, both teams will need to be at their tactical best. Given Hajduk’s recent form and home support, they appear slightly favored, but football often defies predictions, making this contest unpredictable.
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| Hajduk 45.2% |
Draw 29.2% |
Rijeka 25.7% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.02 | 3.25 | 3.75 | ||
| 2.1 | 3.2 | 3.4 | ||
| 2.04 | 3.22 | 3.66 | ||
| 2.05 | 3 | 3.6 | ||
| 2.03 | 3.29 | 3.65 | ||
| 2 | 3.1 | 3.6 |
Latest Results
| 15.02.26 NK Osijek – Hajduk Split – 0:2 07.02.26 Hajduk Split – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:0 31.01.26 HNK Gorica – Hajduk Split – 1:0 25.01.26 Hajduk Split – Istra 1961 – 1:2 17.01.26 Hajduk Split – Široki Brijeg – 2:0 |
14.02.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Varaždin – 3:1 08.02.26 HNK Rijeka – Dinamo Zagreb – 0:0 01.02.26 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 1:0 24.01.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:2 20.01.26 Istra 1961 – HNK Rijeka – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 22.11.25 HNK Rijeka – Hajduk Split – 5:0 31.08.25 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 2:2 18.05.25 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 2:1 16.03.25 HNK Rijeka – Hajduk Split – 3:0 26.02.25 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 1:3 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Din. Zagreb | 22 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 48:17 | 31 | 48 |
| 2 | Hajduk Split | 22 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 34:20 | 14 | 43 |
| 3 | Rijeka | 22 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 34:24 | 10 | 32 |
| 4 | Varazdin | 22 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 29:30 | -1 | 32 |
| 5 | Istra 1961 | 22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 29:32 | -3 | 30 |
| 6 | Slaven Belupo | 22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 30:34 | -4 | 30 |
| 7 | Lok. Zagreb | 22 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 26:34 | -8 | 26 |
| 8 | Gorica | 22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 23:32 | -9 | 23 |
| 9 | Vukovar 1991 | 22 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 24:39 | -15 | 19 |
| 10 | Osijek | 22 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 18:33 | -15 | 17 |
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