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As NK Osijek prepares to host HNK Vukovar 91 on February 28, 2026, both teams arrive following challenging stretches of form, with each securing just one victory in their last five matches. This contest in the Croatian HNL presents a critical opportunity for both clubs to turn their fortunes around.
Osijek, buoyed by the home advantage at their familiar venue, has displayed a slight edge in overall tactical structure. Their ability to control possession and create opportunities from the midfield could prove pivotal against Vukovar, who have struggled to find consistent defensive organization.
Current bookmakers favor Osijek with odds of 1.79 for a home win, reflecting a probability estimate of 53% for a home victory, while Vukovar stands at 4.11 for an away win, suggesting a 21.7% chance. A draw is also considered plausible at 25.4%. Predicted scoring trends lean towards a narrow match, with many anticipating a final scoreline of 1:0 in favor of Osijek.
In conclusion, while Osijek’s home advantage and tactical discipline may provide them with the upper hand, the unpredictable nature of football means that all outcomes remain possible as both teams seek to build momentum.
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| Osijek 54.5% |
Draw 25.2% |
Vukovar 91 20.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.72 | 3.65 | 4.45 | ||
| 1.69 | 3.72 | 4.72 | ||
| 1.7 | 3.5 | 4.5 | ||
| 1.69 | 3.82 | 4.6 |
Latest Results
| 21.02.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – NK Osijek – 3:1 15.02.26 NK Osijek – Hajduk Split – 0:2 08.02.26 NK Varaždin – NK Osijek – 2:1 01.02.26 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 1:0 25.01.26 NK Osijek – Dinamo Zagreb – 0:3 |
20.02.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:2 15.02.26 HNK Gorica – HNK Vukovar 91 – 0:0 07.02.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – Istra 1961 – 3:2 02.02.26 Dinamo Zagreb – HNK Vukovar 91 – 3:1 24.01.26 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – HNK Vukovar 91 – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 28.11.25 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Osijek – 2:2 14.09.25 NK Osijek – HNK Vukovar 91 – 4:0 08.10.21 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Osijek – 1:4 21.09.16 HNK Vukovar 91 – NK Osijek – 1:4 |
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 | Slaven Belupo | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 32:36 | -4 | 31 |
| 6 | Istra 1961 | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 29:34 | -5 | 30 |
| 7 | Lok. Zagreb | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 29:35 | -6 | 29 |
| 8 | Gorica | 23 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 25:32 | -7 | 26 |
| 9 | Vukovar 1991 | 23 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 26:41 | -15 | 20 |
| 10 | Osijek | 23 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 19:36 | -17 | 17 |
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