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Rijeka vs Osijek predictions, Apr 12, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As HNK Rijeka prepares to host NK Osijek on April 12, 2026, both teams come into the match with varying degrees of momentum. Rijeka, having secured just one victory in their last five outings, will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage in search of much-needed points. Their tactical approach typically emphasizes ball control and building play from the midfield, but recent struggles in converting chances into goals may hinder their efforts.

Conversely, NK Osijek arrives with a slightly better recent form, winning two of their last five matches. They are known for their robust defensive approach, which often frustrates opponents, while also utilizing quick transitions to exploit counter-attacking opportunities. Their ability to maintain defensive solidity will be key against Rijeka’s offensive ambitions.

Bookmakers appear to favor the home side with odds at 1.67 for a Rijeka win, reflecting a probability of 55.7% according to model predictions. This suggests confidence in the home advantage, though visitors Osijek, with a predicted 18.5% chance of securing an away win, cannot be discounted. As both teams vie for crucial points, expect a closely contested match that could swing either way.

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Rijeka
54.4%		 Draw
27.1%		 Osijek
18.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.7 3.5 5.04
1.72 3.35 4.95
1.69 3.52 5.06 Watch and Bet
1.73 3.3 5
1.71 3.48 5.04

Latest Results

04.04.26 NK Slaven Belupo – HNK Rijeka – 0:2
22.03.26 HNK Gorica – HNK Rijeka – 4:0
19.03.26 RC Strasbourg – HNK Rijeka – 1:1
15.03.26 HNK Rijeka – Istra 1961 – 0:2
12.03.26 HNK Rijeka – RC Strasbourg – 1:2		 04.04.26 Dinamo Zagreb – NK Osijek – 7:0
22.03.26 NK Slaven Belupo – NK Osijek – 0:0
14.03.26 NK Osijek – HNK Gorica – 0:0
06.03.26 Istra 1961 – NK Osijek – 0:1
28.02.26 NK Osijek – HNK Vukovar 91 – 2:0

Facts

  • One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Conference League (Qualification: ) and 9).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rijeka won 2.
  • Rijeka is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Osijek has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • In this match, Rijeka is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Rijeka won 7 matches, drew 7 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 23:20. (average 1.2:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rijeka won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 17:13. (average 1.7:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.02.26 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 1:0
    27.10.25 HNK Rijeka – NK Osijek – 4:2
    09.08.25 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 0:0
    23.04.25 HNK Rijeka – NK Osijek – 0:2
    16.02.25 NK Osijek – HNK Rijeka – 0:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Din. Zagreb 28 21 3 4 75:22 53 66
    2 Hajduk Split 27 16 5 6 45:25 20 53
    3 Rijeka 28 11 8 9 39:31 8 41
    4 Varazdin 28 10 8 10 35:39 -4 38
    5 Istra 1961 27 10 6 11 33:37 -4 36
    6 Slaven Belupo 28 9 9 10 37:44 -7 36
    7 Gorica 28 8 8 12 34:39 -5 32
    8 Lok. Zagreb 27 7 9 11 31:45 -14 30
    9 Osijek 28 5 10 13 22:43 -21 25
    10 Vukovar 1991 27 4 8 15 26:52 -26 20

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