Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Football Stats

📍 1. HNL, Croatia
🕒 Saturday 27th September, 16:00 BST

Prediction, Stats & Betting Tips

Our Prediction

Over 8.5 Corners

Rijeka sit 9th in the table after 5 games, averaging 1.6 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per home match this season. Istra 1961 are 7th after 5 games, averaging 1 scored and 1.5 conceded on the road. Rijeka have the stronger home record this season (6/10, 60%) against a Istra 1961 side who've won 4/10 away (40%).

Both sides have been involved in low-scoring matches this season. Rijeka have seen 3+ goals in only 40% of home fixtures; Istra 1961 in 40% away. Rijeka average 1.6 scored and 0.9 conceded at home, Istra 1961 1 and 1.5 on the road — the numbers point toward a tight game.

Both sides have solid defensive records in context. Rijeka have seen BTTS in only 30% of home games (3/10); Istra 1961 in 30% away (3/10). At least one clean sheet looks likely.

Istra 1961 are involved in high-corner games on the road (10+ corners in 70% of away fixtures, 7/10). Rijeka are lower at home (50%), but the visitors' style tends to push the total up.

Our Prediction: Over 8.5 Corners — Rijeka see 9+ corners in 70% of home games, Istra 1961 in 80% of away games. Plenty of set-piece action expected.

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League Table

The full 1. HNL table for the 2025/2026 season, with Rijeka (9th) and Istra 1961 (7th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

1. HNL 2025/2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Dinamo Zagreb 36 27 5 4 93:28 +65 86
2 Hajduk Split 36 20 8 8 61:36 +25 68
3 Varaždin 36 15 9 12 47:46 +1 54
4 Rijeka H 36 14 11 11 49:36 +13 53
5 Lokomotiva Zagreb 36 10 14 12 40:52 -12 44
6 Istra 1961 A 36 12 7 17 39:50 -11 43
7 Gorica 36 11 8 17 40:48 -8 41
8 Slaven Koprivnica 36 10 11 15 46:61 -15 41
9 Osijek 36 8 11 17 27:49 -22 35
10 Vukovar 36 6 10 20 37:73 -36 28

Team Form

Rijeka hold a clear edge in home form this season (60% wins), while Istra 1961 have been less consistent on the road (40%). Home advantage could be decisive here.

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 6 (60%) 4 (40%)
Drawn 1 (10%) 0 (0%)
Lost 3 (30%) 6 (60%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Rijeka (30% BTTS at home) and Istra 1961 (30% BTTS away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches this season. A clean sheet for one side looks the more likely outcome.

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 3 (30%) 3 (30%)

Match Goals

Rijeka have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 40% of home games, Istra 1961 in 40% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.

Over Goals

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 9 (90%) 10 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals 9 (90%) 7 (70%)
Over 2.5 Goals 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 3.5 Goals 2 (20%) 3 (30%)

Under Goals

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 1 (10%) 0 (0%)
Under 1.5 Goals 1 (10%) 3 (30%)
Under 2.5 Goals 6 (60%) 6 (60%)
Under 3.5 Goals 8 (80%) 7 (70%)

Team Goals

Rijeka have scored 2+ goals in 30% of home games this season, Istra 1961 in 10% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 7 (70%) 5 (50%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 6 (60%) 4 (40%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 3 (30%) 1 (10%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Goals Conceded

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 5 (50%) 8 (80%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 2 (20%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 1 (10%)

Goal Totals

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 16 (1.6 avg) 10 (1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 9 (0.9 avg) 15 (1.5 avg)

Match Corners

Both Rijeka (70% Over 8.5 at home) and Istra 1961 (80% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches. Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities from both sides.

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 8 (80%) 8 (80%)
Over 8.5 Corners 7 (70%) 8 (80%)
Over 9.5 Corners 5 (50%) 7 (70%)
Over 10.5 Corners 3 (30%) 7 (70%)
Over 11.5 Corners 2 (20%) 6 (60%)
Over 12.5 Corners 1 (10%) 2 (20%)

Team Corners

Rijeka win 6+ corners in 60% of home games, generating decent attacking corner opportunities, and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 10% of home matches.

Istra 1961 have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 10% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 50% of away matches.

Corners Won

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 7 (70%) 5 (50%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 7 (70%) 2 (20%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 6 (60%) 1 (10%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 4 (40%) 0 (0%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 4 (40%) 0 (0%)

Corners Conceded

Rijeka (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 8 (80%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 6 (60%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 5 (50%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 4 (40%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 4 (40%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Rijeka and Istra 1961. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

19th Apr, 2025
Istra 1961
2 – 0 HT: 1-0
Rijeka
2nd Apr, 2025
Rijeka
1 – 0 HT: 0-0
Istra 1961
9th Feb, 2025
Rijeka
0 – 1 HT: 0-1
Istra 1961
3rd Nov, 2024
Istra 1961
0 – 1 HT: 0-0
Rijeka
18th Aug, 2024
Rijeka
4 – 0 HT: 3-0
Istra 1961
14th Apr, 2024
Istra 1961
0 – 2 HT: 0-1
Rijeka
4th Feb, 2024
Rijeka
3 – 0 HT: 2-0
Istra 1961
22nd Oct, 2023
Istra 1961
1 – 1 HT: 0-1
Rijeka
6th Aug, 2023
Rijeka
6 – 0 HT: 3-0
Istra 1961
6th May, 2023
Rijeka
2 – 2 HT: 0-1
Istra 1961

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Rijeka vs Istra 1961 across a range of markets — full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Rijeka 1.82
Draw 3.75
Istra 1961 5.1

Half Time Result

Rijeka 2.56
Draw 2.21
Istra 1961 4.69

Double Chance

Rijeka or Draw 1.25
Rijeka or Istra 1961 1.3
Draw or Istra 1961 1.89

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.83
No 1.83

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.33
Over 2.5 2.11
Over 3.5 3.8
Under 1.5 3.5
Under 2.5 1.85
Under 3.5 1.29

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.42
Over 1.5 3.13

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.5
Over 9.5 1.71
Over 10.5 2.56
Over 11.5 2.71

Rijeka Goals

Over 0.5 1.21
Over 1.5 2.13
Over 2.5 4.5

Istra 1961 Goals

Over 0.5 1.54
Over 1.5 3.5
Over 2.5 11

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Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Rijeka vs Istra 1961?

Over 8.5 Corners — Rijeka see 9+ corners in 70% of home games, Istra 1961 in 80% of away games. Plenty of set-piece action expected.

Which team is likely to win, Rijeka or Istra 1961?

Rijeka hold a clear form advantage — they've won 60% of home games in 1. HNL this season, while Istra 1961 have won only 40% away. The home side look the stronger pick.

Will both teams score in the match between Rijeka and Istra 1961?

Unlikely — Rijeka (30% BTTS at home) and Istra 1961 (30% away) have both been involved in predominantly one-sided matches in 1. HNL. A clean sheet for one side looks the more probable outcome.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Rijeka and Istra 1961?

Uncertain — Rijeka have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 40% of home games, Istra 1961 in 40% of away games in 1. HNL. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Rijeka or Istra 1961?

Rijeka have the stronger scoring record — 2+ goals in 30% of home games compared to Istra 1961's 10% away. The home side look the more likely to score multiple times.

Will there be many corners in the match between Rijeka and Istra 1961?

Yes — both Rijeka (70% Over 8.5 at home) and Istra 1961 (80% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches in 1. HNL. Plenty of set-piece opportunities expected.

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