Osijek vs Slaven Belupo predictions, May 22, 2026

May 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Croatian HNL, on Friday,

Osijek

Slaven Belupo

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On May 22, 2026, NK Osijek will host NK Slaven Belupo in a Croatian HNL clash at their home ground. Recent performance for both teams indicates a struggle to find momentum, with each side securing only one victory in their last five matches. This current form raises questions about their capabilities in the forthcoming encounter.

Osijek, while holding home advantage, has shown inconsistencies lately, reflected in their recent tactical adjustments in attack. They may look to exploit Slaven Belupo’s defensive vulnerabilities, especially given the odds favoring a home win at 2.11. Conversely, Slaven Belupo will aim to capitalize on counter-attacking opportunities, needing to enhance their offensive output, as suggested by their recent performance.

Bookmakers’ odds suggest a probability of 44.9% for a home win, 28.7% for a draw, and 26.2% for an away victory, illustrating a relatively balanced contest. Both teams are at a critical juncture, seeking to rebound from their mixed results. As such, while NK Osijek is perceived as the frontrunner, the unpredictable nature of soccer keeps the outcome uncertain, making this match one to watch closely.

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Osijek
44.8%		 Draw
28.3%		 Slaven Belupo
26.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.08 3.37 3.47
betsson 2.05 3.3 3.4
MarathonBet 2.05 3.4 3.43 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.05 3.1 3.4
Pinnacle 2.11 3.21 3.52

Latest Results

16.05.26 HNK Gorica – NK Osijek – 2:0
10.05.26 NK Osijek – Istra 1961 – 0:1
02.05.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Osijek – 1:0
25.04.26 NK Osijek – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 0:0
21.04.26 Hajduk Split – NK Osijek – 0:1		 17.05.26 NK Slaven Belupo – Dinamo Zagreb – 1:4
10.05.26 NK Slaven Belupo – HNK Gorica – 1:0
04.05.26 Istra 1961 – NK Slaven Belupo – 3:1
25.04.26 NK Slaven Belupo – HNK Vukovar 91 – 2:2
21.04.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:1

Facts

  • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 9 and 7)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Osijek won 2.
  • Both teams are struggling and far from their best.
  • Osijek could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Osijek won 9 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 32:16. (average 1.6:0.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Osijek won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 18:6. (average 1.8:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.03.26 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Osijek – 0:0
    20.12.25 NK Osijek – NK Slaven Belupo – 0:0
    04.10.25 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Osijek – 2:1
    25.07.25 NK Osijek – NK Slaven Belupo – 4:0
    04.05.25 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Osijek – 1:4

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb ✔ 35 27 4 4 93:28 65 85
    2 Hajduk Split ✔ 35 19 8 8 55:33 22 65
    3 Varazdin ✔ 35 14 9 12 45:46 -1 51
    4 Rijeka ✔ 35 13 11 11 47:36 11 50
    5 Lok. Zagreb 35 10 13 12 40:52 -12 43
    6 Istra 1961 35 12 7 16 39:48 -9 43
    7 Slaven Belupo 35 10 11 14 46:59 -13 41
    8 Gorica 35 11 8 16 40:46 -6 41
    9 Osijek 35 7 11 17 25:49 -24 32
    10 Vukovar 1991 35 6 10 19 34:67 -33 28

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