Our HNK Gorica vs Istra 1961 Prediction: 1-1
HNK Gorica vs Istra 1961 in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 17:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday November 23, 2025. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.
This HNK Gorica vs Istra 1961 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 Gorica's Last Match – HNK Gorica vs Vukovar 91
HNK Gorica will be determined to find a winning touch after a 1-1 Croatia HNL draw against Vukovar 91 on November 7. In that match, HNK Gorica saw 52% of the ball and 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 HNK Gorica | 52% | 0 (3) | 1.24 | 72 |
 Vukovar 91 | 48% | 0 (1) | 1 | 70 |
Istra 1961's Last Match – Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb
Istra 1961 will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 Croatia HNL triumph against Dinamo Zagreb on November 9. In that match, Istra 1961 controlled 35% of possession and managed 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Istra 1961 | 35% | 0 (3) | 1.87 | 35 |
 Dinamo Zagreb | 65% | 0 (2) | 2.45 | 113 |
HNK Gorica vs Istra 1961 Stats
Key Stats
| HNK Gorica | Istra 1961 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.84 | Attacking Strength | 0.83 |
| 1.56 | Defence Strength | 0.91 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 2.1 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
HNK Gorica are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Istra 1961 average 1.2 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
HNK Gorica 21-15
Istra 1961 12-12
What are the odds for this match?
HNK Gorica to win: @2.375
Draw: @3.1
Istra 1961 to win: @2.75
Lineups
HNK Gorica: Davor Matijas, Ognjen Bakic, Ante Kavelj, Jurica Prsir, Zan Trontelj, Iker Pozo, Luka Vrzic, Marijan Cabraja, Filip Cuic, Stefan Peric, Jakov Filipovic
Istra 1961: Salim Fago Lawal, Mohamed Nasraoui, Antonio Mauric, Danijel Djuric, Franko Kolic, Josip Radosevic, Alejandro Jay, Advan Kadusic, Ville Koski, Dario Maresic, Emil Frederiksen
Dinamo Zagreb 
Hajduk Split 
Istra 1961 
Slaven Belupo 
HNK Rijeka 
NK Varazdin 
HNK Gorica 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
Vukovar 91 
NK Osijek