Hajduk Split vs Varaždin predictions, May 03, 2026

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As Hajduk Split prepares to host NK Varaždin on May 3, 2026, at their home ground, both teams come into this Croatian HNL fixture with contrasting recent form. Hajduk Split has managed to secure victories in only 2 of their last 5 matches, indicating a slight dip in performance. However, they still hold an advantage playing at home, where their supporters can provide an additional boost.

NK Varaždin, on the other hand, is enjoying a stronger run, having won 3 out of their last 5 matches. Their recent form suggests a team that has found its rhythm and could pose a significant threat on the counter-attack against Hajduk. With 62.8% probability assigned to a home win by betting models, Hajduk is favored in this matchup based on their historical home advantage and overall squad depth.

Tactically, Hajduk may focus on maintaining possession and breaking down Varaždin’s defensive setup, while the visitors are likely to adopt a more direct approach, looking to capitalize on any mistakes made by the home side. The odds reflect this, with Hajduk listed at 1.55 for a win. While they are favored, football is unpredictable, and both teams will be looking to secure crucial points as the season progresses.

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Hajduk 59.7%

Draw 23.5%

Varaždin 16.7%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.55	3.95	5.7
	1.54	3.9	5.41	Watch and Bet
	1.48	3.75	5.2

Latest Results

26.04.26 HNK Rijeka – Hajduk Split – 0:0 21.04.26 Hajduk Split – NK Osijek – 0:1 17.04.26 NK Slaven Belupo – Hajduk Split – 2:2 12.04.26 Hajduk Split – HNK Gorica – 1:0 07.04.26 Istra 1961 – Hajduk Split – 1:3

26.04.26 Dinamo Zagreb – NK Varaždin – 2:1 22.04.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Rijeka – 1:0 17.04.26 NK Osijek – NK Varaždin – 0:2 12.04.26 NK Varaždin – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:1 03.04.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:1

Facts

One of the most interesting matches of the day, featuring two top-table teams (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Conference League (Qualification: ) and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Conference League (Qualification: )).

Hajduk is Qualified for Conference League (Qualification )

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hajduk won 1.

In recent matches, Hajduk has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Varaždin is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

In this match, Hajduk is seen as the favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hajduk won 12 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 36:19. (average 1.8:1).

Including home matches between the teams, Hajduk won 8 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 22:7. (average 2.2:0.7).

Latest Head To Head

28.02.26 NK Varaždin – Hajduk Split – 1:1 29.11.25 Hajduk Split – NK Varaždin – 1:1 13.09.25 NK Varaždin – Hajduk Split – 2:0 18.04.25 NK Varaždin – Hajduk Split – 1:1 08.02.25 Hajduk Split – NK Varaždin – 1:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Din. Zagreb ✔	32	24	4	4	85:26	59	76
2	Hajduk Split ✔	32	18	7	7	51:29	22	61
3	Varazdin	32	13	8	11	41:42	-1	47
4	Rijeka	32	11	10	11	41:36	5	43
5	Lok. Zagreb	32	10	11	11	38:47	-9	41
6	Slaven Belupo	32	9	11	12	43:52	-9	38
7	Istra 1961	31	10	6	15	35:46	-11	36
8	Gorica	31	9	8	14	36:43	-7	35
9	Osijek	32	7	11	14	25:45	-20	32
10	Vukovar 1991	32	5	10	17	33:62	-29	25

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