The Istra 1961 vs Rijeka game on 17.05.2026 is going to be exciting! We’ve looked at their recent matches and team stats to help you figure out what to expect in this match. Let’s dive in!

HNL

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Istra 1961
17.05.2026-16:45
No final result yet

Rijeka
3
1
1
1
1
0.7
0.7
1
1/3 (33.3%)
1/3 (33.3%)
0/3 (0%)
0 (0%)
2/3 (66.7%)
H2H Matches Istra 1961 vs Rijeka

Rijeka
0

Istra 1961
2

Istra 1961
1

Rijeka
2

Rijeka
0

Istra 1961
0
Match Facts
- Rijeka are unbeaten in 3 straight matches. Double Chance (X2): 1.20.
- BTTS No in 4 straight Rijeka matches. BTTS No: 1.90.
1X2 Predictions
| Outcome | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27% | 4.50 |
| X | 29% | 3.55 |
| 2 | 44% | 1.80 |
Over/Under 2.5 Goals Predictions
| Market | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Over 2.5 | 34% | 2.00 |
| Under 2.5 | 66% | 1.85 |
BTTS Predictions
| Market | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 43% | 1.85 |
| No | 57% | 1.90 |
Istra 1961

Team Form and Performance Overview:
Istra 1961 have delivered a decent performance, achieving 2 wins in their last 5 matches. They’ve also drawn 0 games and suffered 3 losses.
Their matches have been balanced, as 2 out of 5 games saw both teams find the net.
2 matches out of 5 have ended with over 2.5 goals, showing a mix of high and low-scoring games.
Overall, Istra 1961 have scored 5 goals and conceded 6 goals in their last 5 matches.
| Date | Match Details |
|---|---|
| 10.05.2026 | NK Osijek 0 – 1 Istra 1961 W |
| 04.05.2026 | Istra 1961 3 – 1 NK Slaven Belupo W |
| 27.04.2026 | Gorica 1 – 0 Istra 1961 L |
| 22.04.2026 | Istra 1961 0 – 2 Dinamo Zagreb L |
| 18.04.2026 | Istra 1961 1 – 2 Vukovar L |
Rijeka

Team Form and Performance Overview:
Rijeka have delivered a decent performance, achieving 2 wins in their last 5 matches. They’ve also drawn 2 games and suffered 1 losses.
Defensive battles have been common, as only 1 matches saw both teams score.
High-scoring matches have been a trend, with over 2.5 goals occurring in 3 matches.
Overall, Rijeka have scored 8 goals and conceded 3 goals in their last 5 matches.
| Date | Match Details |
|---|---|
| 08.05.2026 | Rijeka 3 – 0 Vukovar W |
| 03.05.2026 | Lok. Zagreb 0 – 3 Rijeka W |
| 26.04.2026 | Rijeka 0 – 0 Hajduk Split D |
| 22.04.2026 | NK Varazdin 1 – 0 Rijeka L |
| 18.04.2026 | Dinamo Zagreb 2 – 2 Rijeka D |
Standings
| # | Club | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dinamo Zagreb | 34 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 89 | 27 | 62 | 82 | WWWWD |
| 2 | Hajduk Split | 35 | 19 | 8 | 8 | 55 | 33 | 22 | 65 | DLWDL |
| 3 | NK Varazdin | 35 | 14 | 9 | 12 | 45 | 46 | -1 | 51 | WDLLW |
| 4 | Rijeka | 34 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 47 | 36 | 11 | 49 | WWDLD |
| 5 | Lok. Zagreb | 35 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 40 | 52 | -12 | 43 | DDLDW |
| 6 | Istra 1961 | 34 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 39 | 48 | -9 | 42 | WWLLL |
| 7 | Gorica | 35 | 11 | 8 | 16 | 40 | 46 | -6 | 41 | WLLWW |
| 8 | NK Slaven Belupo | 34 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 45 | 55 | -10 | 41 | WLDLD |
| 9 | NK Osijek | 35 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 25 | 49 | -24 | 32 | LLLDW |
| 10 | Vukovar | 35 | 6 | 10 | 19 | 34 | 67 | -33 | 28 | LLWDL |
On 17.05.2026, Istra 1961 will face Rijeka, and it’s going to be a close one! We’ve checked their head-to-head games and team stats to give you predictions you can understand. Get ready to see which team shines!












