Our HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek Prediction: 1-1
HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek in the Croatia HNL is scheduled for an 15:30 GMT kick-off on Monday October 27, 2025. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek 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 – HNK Rijeka vs Sparta Prague
HNK Rijeka will look to carry forward their winning form after a 1-0 UEFA Conference League success over Sparta Prague on October 24. In that match, HNK Rijeka recorded 49% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 HNK Rijeka | 49% | 6 (2) | 0.69 | 19 |
 Sparta Prague | 51% | 6 (0) | 0.71 | 25 |
NK Osijek's Last Match – Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Osijek
NK Osijek will aim to put their last result behind them following a 1-2 Croatia HNL loss to Dinamo Zagreb on October 18. In that match, NK Osijek saw 52% of the ball and 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dinamo Zagreb | 48% | 0 (3) | 0.58 | 68 |
 NK Osijek | 52% | 0 (1) | 0.14 | 63 |
HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek Stats
Key Stats
| HNK Rijeka | NK Osijek | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.85 | Attacking Strength | 1.1 |
| 0.73 | Defence Strength | 0.85 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
HNK Rijeka are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while NK Osijek average 1.3 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.
HNK Rijeka 14-14
NK Osijek 13-9
What are the odds for this match?
HNK Rijeka to win: @1.85
Draw: @3.4
NK Osijek to win: @3.9
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.975
Lineups
HNK Rijeka: Duje Cop, Samuele Vignato, Anel Husic, Toni Fruk, Martin Zlomislic, Ante Orec, Mladen Devetak, Dejan Petrovic, Luka Menalo, Ante Majstorovic, Justas Lasickas
NK Osijek: Yannick Toure, Simun Mikolcic, Ivan Cvijanovic, Nail Omerovic, Hrvoje Babec, Arnel Jakupovic, Marko Malenica, Roko Jurisic, Luka Jelenic, Styopa Mkrtchyan, Renan Guedes
Hajduk Split 
Dinamo Zagreb 
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Istra 1961 
Slaven Belupo 
NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 
HNK Gorica 
HNK Rijeka 
Vukovar 91 
NK Osijek