Our Istra 1961 vs HNK Gorica Prediction: 1-1
Istra 1961 vs HNK Gorica in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday February 21, 2026. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.
Our prediction is supported by key Istra 1961 vs HNK Gorica stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Istra 1961's Last Match – Dinamo Zagreb vs Istra 1961
Istra 1961 must win to recover from their recent 0-4 Croatia HNL defeat against Dinamo Zagreb on February 14 and regain momentum. In that match, Istra 1961 recorded 42% possession and 0 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dinamo Zagreb | 58% | 0 (7) | 3.62 | 73 |
 Istra 1961 | 42% | 0 (0) | 0.09 | 39 |
HNK Gorica's Last Match – HNK Gorica vs Vukovar 91
HNK Gorica will look to build on their last result following a 0-0 Croatia HNL stalemate against Vukovar 91 on February 15. In that match, HNK Gorica recorded 44% possession, firing 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 HNK Gorica | 44% | 0 (3) | 0.66 | 55 |
 Vukovar 91 | 56% | 0 (2) | 0.41 | 60 |
Istra 1961 vs HNK Gorica Stats
Key Stats
| Istra 1961 | HNK Gorica | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.75 | Attacking Strength | 0.95 |
| 1.04 | Defence Strength | 1.02 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 0/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 9/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 2/10 |
| 2.4 | Average Scored | 0.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Istra 1961 are averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while HNK Gorica average 0.7 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.
Istra 1961 24-16
HNK Gorica 7-10
What are the odds for this match?
Istra 1961 to win: @2
Draw: @3.1
HNK Gorica to win: @3.4
Lineups
Istra 1961: Stjepan Loncar, Franko Kolic, Emil Frederiksen, Samuli Miettinen, Vinko Rozic, Raul Kumar, Israel Isaac Ayuma, Smail Prevljak, Advan Kadusic, Niko Sepic, Josip Radosevic
HNK Gorica: Ante Kavelj, Jakov Filipovic, Wisdom Sule, Marijan Cabraja, Davor Matijas, Iker Pozo, Bruno Bogojevic, Zan Trontelj, Stefan Peric, Jurica Prsir, Domagoj Pavicic
Dinamo Zagreb 
Hajduk Split 
HNK Rijeka 
NK Varazdin 
Slaven Belupo 
Istra 1961 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
HNK Gorica 
Vukovar 91 
NK Osijek