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As Istra 1961 prepares to host HNK Gorica in the Croatian HNL on February 21, 2026, both teams are keen to capitalize on the opportunity for crucial points. Istra 1961 enters the match with a challenging recent form, having secured just one victory in their last five matches. This has placed increased pressure on their tactical execution, as they will need to enhance their attacking efficiency to break down Gorica’s defense.
In contrast, HNK Gorica appears to be in better shape, boasting three wins in their last five fixtures. Their recent performances have shown a balanced approach, combining solid defensive organization with the ability to exploit counter-attacking opportunities. Gorica’s tactical flexibility could present challenges for Istra, who will need to find ways to neutralize their opponents’ counterplay while also creating scoring chances of their own.
Bookmakers have installed Istra 1961 as slight favorites at odds of 2.07, while Gorica stands at 3.43. Our model predicts a 43.6% likelihood of a home victory, with the probabilities for a draw and away win sitting at 28.6% and 27.1%, respectively. The match promises to be closely contested, and both teams will be eager to bolster their standings. As always in soccer, outcomes remain unpredictable and heavily influenced by match-day performances.
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| Istra 1961 44.3% |
Draw 29% |
Gorica 26.7% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.08 | 3.2 | 3.45 | |
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2.08 | 3.15 | 3.45 | Watch and Bet |
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2.05 | 3.14 | 3.4 |
Latest Results
| 14.02.26 Dinamo Zagreb – Istra 1961 – 4:0 07.02.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – Istra 1961 – 3:2 30.01.26 Istra 1961 – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 1:1 25.01.26 Hajduk Split – Istra 1961 – 1:2 20.01.26 Istra 1961 – HNK Rijeka – 1:2 |
06.02.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Gorica – 3:0 31.01.26 HNK Gorica – Hajduk Split – 1:0 26.01.26 HNK Gorica – NK Varaždin – 1:2 17.01.26 HNK Gorica – Zalaegerszegi TE – 1:0 13.01.26 HNK Gorica – NK Radomlje – 2:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 23.11.25 HNK Gorica – Istra 1961 – 1:0 29.08.25 Istra 1961 – HNK Gorica – 1:0 12.04.25 HNK Gorica – Istra 1961 – 3:2 31.01.25 Istra 1961 – HNK Gorica – 0:0 27.10.24 HNK Gorica – Istra 1961 – 1:0 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Din. Zagreb | 22 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 48:17 | 31 | 48 |
| 2 | Hajduk Split | 21 | 12 | 4 | 5 | 32:20 | 12 | 40 |
| 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 | 21 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 23:32 | -9 | 22 |
| 9 | Vukovar 1991 | 21 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 24:39 | -15 | 18 |
| 10 | Osijek | 21 | 3 | 8 | 10 | 18:31 | -13 | 17 |
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