Istra 1961 vs Varaždin predictions, Mar 20, 2026

Mar 14, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Croatian HNL, on Friday,

Istra 1961

Varaždin

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As Istra 1961 prepares to host NK Varaždin on March 20, 2026, both teams are looking to improve their standings in the Croatian HNL. Istra 1961 has struggled in recent outings, managing to secure no wins in their last five matches. This poor form may indicate a lack of momentum, which could affect their performance at home.

In contrast, NK Varaždin has managed to clinch a single victory during the same period, but they still face challenges to build consistent performances. Their recent form reflects a team searching for stability, which could play a crucial role in this encounter.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 2.3 for Istra 1961 to win at home and 2.99 for Varaždin’s away victory, suggesting that the teams are relatively evenly matched. Our model predicts a 42% chance of a home win, a 27.7% chance of a draw, and a 29.5% chance of an away victory.

Both teams will need to capitalize on their tactical strengths and focus on resilience to secure vital points in this competitive fixture. While Istra 1961 seeks to leverage home advantage, Varaždin will aim to exploit any defensive lapses. Overall, the match promises to be closely contested with no guaranteed outcome.

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Istra 1961
40.1%		 Draw
29%		 Varaždin
30.9%

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Latest Results

06.03.26 Istra 1961 – NK Osijek – 0:1
27.02.26 NK Slaven Belupo – Istra 1961 – 1:0
21.02.26 Istra 1961 – HNK Gorica – 0:2
14.02.26 Dinamo Zagreb – Istra 1961 – 4:0
07.02.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – Istra 1961 – 3:2		 13.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Vukovar 91 – 2:0
07.03.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Varaždin – 1:1
04.03.26 NK Varaždin – HNK Gorica – 1:3
28.02.26 NK Varaždin – Hajduk Split – 1:1
22.02.26 NK Varaždin – Dinamo Zagreb – 0:4

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 6 and 4).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Istra 1961 won 2.
  • Istra 1961 has been struggling in recent matches (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Varaždin‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Istra 1961 may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Varaždin has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Istra 1961 won 6 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 21:17. (average 1.1:0.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Istra 1961 won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 8:5. (average 0.9:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    19.12.25 NK Varaždin – Istra 1961 – 1:3
    03.10.25 Istra 1961 – NK Varaždin – 1:0
    11.05.25 Istra 1961 – NK Varaždin – 0:0
    08.03.25 NK Varaždin – Istra 1961 – 0:0
    07.12.24 Istra 1961 – NK Varaždin – 0:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb 26 19 3 4 63:22 41 60
    2 Hajduk Split 25 14 5 6 37:24 13 47
    3 Rijeka 25 10 8 7 37:25 12 38
    4 Varazdin 26 10 7 9 33:36 -3 37
    5 Slaven Belupo 26 9 8 9 37:42 -5 35
    6 Istra 1961 25 8 6 11 29:36 -7 30
    7 Lok. Zagreb 25 7 9 9 30:38 -8 30
    8 Gorica 26 7 7 12 29:38 -9 28
    9 Osijek 26 5 9 12 22:36 -14 24
    10 Vukovar 1991 26 4 8 14 26:46 -20 20

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