Our HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica Prediction: 2-1
HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 16:45 GMT kick-off on Sunday December 21, 2025. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.
This HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica 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
HNK Rijeka's Last Match – Shakhtar Donetsk vs HNK Rijeka
HNK Rijeka will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 0-0 UEFA Conference League draw with Shakhtar Donetsk on December 18. In that match, HNK Rijeka had 36% possession and 1 attempts at goal, with 0 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shakhtar Donetsk | 64% | 9 (5) | 0.42 | 46 |
 HNK Rijeka | 36% | 1 (0) | 0.43 | 27 |
HNK Gorica's Last Match – NK Osijek vs HNK Gorica
HNK Gorica should win to turn things around after settling for a 1-1 Croatia HNL draw against NK Osijek on December 13. In that match, HNK Gorica controlled 34% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 NK Osijek | 66% | 0 (5) | 0.86 | 127 |
 HNK Gorica | 34% | 0 (1) | 0.25 | 44 |
HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica Stats
Key Stats
| HNK Rijeka | HNK Gorica | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | Attacking Strength | 1.01 |
| 0.83 | Defence Strength | 1.16 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
HNK Rijeka are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while HNK Gorica average 1.7 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
HNK Rijeka 18-6
HNK Gorica 17-16
What are the odds for this match?
HNK Rijeka to win: @1.571
Draw: @3.6
HNK Gorica to win: @5.25
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.975
Lineups
HNK Rijeka: Ante Matej Juric, Stjepan Radeljic, Mladen Devetak, Martin Zlomislic, Dejan Petrovic, Samuele Vignato, Tiago Dantas, Toni Fruk, Anel Husic, Niko Jankovic, Ante Orec
HNK Gorica: Ante Kavelj, Vanja Pelko, Ognjen Bakic, Jakov Filipovic, Marijan Cabraja, Davor Matijas, Iker Pozo, Zan Trontelj, Mateo Les, Domagoj Pavicic, Jurica Prsir
Dinamo Zagreb 
Hajduk Split 
Istra 1961 
Slaven Belupo 
HNK Rijeka 
NK Varazdin 
HNK Gorica 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
Vukovar 91 
NK Osijek