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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.
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| Rijeka 34.1% |
Draw 28.8% |
Hajduk 37.1% |
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.72 | 3.2 | 2.48 | ||
| 2.65 | 3.15 | 2.45 |
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
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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