Our Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka Prediction: 1-0
Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 31, 2025. A tight contest is expected, but Hajduk Split’s home advantage could see them secure a 1-0 win over HNK Rijeka.
This Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Hajduk Split's Last Match – NK Osijek vs Hajduk Split
Hajduk Split will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-0 Croatia HNL victory over NK Osijek on August 24. In that match, Hajduk Split saw 46% of the ball and 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 NK Osijek | 54% | 0 (3) | 0.77 | 87 |
 Hajduk Split | 46% | 0 (5) | 1.46 | 69 |
HNK Rijeka's Last Match – PAOK Salonika vs HNK Rijeka
HNK Rijeka will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-5 UEFA Europa League Qualifying loss to PAOK Salonika on August 28. In that match, HNK Rijeka controlled 37% of possession and managed 2 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 PAOK Salonika | 63% | 15 (9) | 2.23 | 62 |
 HNK Rijeka | 37% | 2 (2) | 0.69 | 8 |
Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka Stats
Key Stats
| Hajduk Split | HNK Rijeka | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.26 | Attacking Strength | 0.58 |
| 0.77 | Defence Strength | 0.56 |
| 2.2 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 0.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Hajduk Split are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match, while HNK Rijeka average 0.9 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
Hajduk Split 17-9
HNK Rijeka 9-15
Lineups
Hajduk Split: Filip Krovinovic, Fran Karacic, Rokas Pukstas, Ron Raci, Michele Sego, Simun Hrgovic, Abdoulie Sanyang, Adrion Pajaziti, Ivica Ivusic, Branimir Mlacic, Marko Livaja
HNK Rijeka: Dejan Petrovic, Simun Butic, Martin Zlomislic, Ante Orec, Ante Majstorovic, Mladen Devetak, Niko Jankovic, Toni Fruk, Tiago Dantas, Luka Menalo, Stjepan Radeljic
Dinamo Zagreb 
Hajduk Split 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
NK Varazdin 
Istra 1961 
Slaven Belupo 
HNK Gorica 
HNK Rijeka 
NK Osijek 
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