Rijeka vs Hajduk Split predictions, Apr 26, 2026

Apr 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Croatian HNL, on Sunday,

Rijeka

Hajduk

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As HNK Rijeka prepares to host Hajduk Split in a highly anticipated Croatian HNL clash on April 26, 2026, both teams bring contrasting recent forms into this matchup. Rijeka has secured two victories in their last five outings, indicating a team striving for consistency but facing challenges in solidifying a winning streak. Key tactical adjustments will be essential as they look to capitalize on their home advantage.

In contrast, Hajduk Split arrives with greater momentum, having triumphed in four of their last five matches. Their attacking prowess and solid defensive organization have been pivotal in their recent success. With a slightly favored betting line at 2.47 for an away win, Hajduk will look to exploit any defensive lapses from Rijeka.

Bookmakers currently assess the match with odds reflecting a balanced contest: 2.69 for a home win and 2.47 for an away victory, alongside a draw at 29%. According to predictive models, there is a 34.3% chance of Rijeka winning, a 36.9% probability favoring Hajduk Split, and 29% for a stalemate.

Overall, while Hajduk Split appears to hold the edge, the unpredictable nature of derby matches means that both outcomes remain plausible.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-04-20T10:52:03+00:00.

Rijeka
34.1%		 Draw
28.8%		 Hajduk
37.1%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.72 3.2 2.48
MarathonBet 2.65 3.15 2.45 Watch Watch and Bet

Latest Results

18.04.26 Dinamo Zagreb – HNK Rijeka – 2:2
12.04.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Osijek – 0:2
08.04.26 HNK Rijeka – NK Slaven Belupo – 2:0
04.04.26 NK Slaven Belupo – HNK Rijeka – 0:2
22.03.26 HNK Gorica – HNK Rijeka – 4:0		 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
21.03.26 HNK Vukovar 91 – Hajduk Split – 0:6
15.03.26 Hajduk Split – NK Lokomotiva Zagreb – 2:1

Facts

  • The game will be played between two neighbours in the standings (ranked 4 and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Conference League (Qualification: ))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rijeka won 2.
  • Rijeka has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Hajduk is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Rijeka won 10 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 31:23. (average 1.6:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rijeka won 6 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 16:9. (average 1.6:0.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.03.26 HNK Rijeka – Hajduk Split – 3:2
    22.02.26 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 1:0
    22.11.25 HNK Rijeka – Hajduk Split – 5:0
    31.08.25 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 2:2
    18.05.25 Hajduk Split – HNK Rijeka – 2:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb 30 22 4 4 81:25 56 70
    2 Hajduk Split 30 18 6 6 51:28 23 60
    3 Varazdin 30 12 8 10 39:40 -1 44
    4 Rijeka 30 11 9 10 41:35 6 42
    5 Slaven Belupo 30 9 10 11 40:48 -8 37
    6 Lok. Zagreb 30 9 10 11 36:46 -10 37
    7 Istra 1961 30 10 6 14 35:44 -9 36
    8 Gorica 30 8 8 14 34:42 -8 32
    9 Osijek 30 6 10 14 24:45 -21 28
    10 Vukovar 1991 30 5 9 16 30:58 -28 24

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