Varaždin vs Istra 1961

📍 1. HNL, Croatia
🕒 Friday 19th December, 17:00 GMT

Prediction, Stats & Betting Tips

Our Prediction

Over 1.5 Goals

Varaždin sit 5th in the table after 15 games, averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per home match this season. Istra 1961 are 4th after 15 games, averaging 1 scored and 1.5 conceded on the road. Varaždin have won 5/10 home games (50%) this season; Istra 1961 have won 4/10 on the road (40%). There's no dominant edge either way.

Both sides have been involved in low-scoring matches this season. Varaždin have seen 3+ goals in only 40% of home fixtures; Istra 1961 in 40% away. Varaždin average 1.3 scored and 1.2 conceded at home, Istra 1961 1 and 1.5 on the road — the numbers point toward a tight game.

Varaždin frequently see both teams score at home (60%, 6/10). Istra 1961 are lower on the road (30%, 3/10) — they've scored in 50% of away games this season, which is the key variable.

Istra 1961 are involved in high-corner games on the road (10+ corners in 70% of away fixtures, 7/10). Varaždin are lower at home (20%), but the visitors' style tends to push the total up.

Our Prediction: Over 1.5 Goals — Varaždin see 2+ goals in 90% of home games, Istra 1961 in 70% of away games. A reliable lower-risk option for this fixture.

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League Table

The full 1. HNL table for the 2025/2026 season, with Varaždin (5th) and Istra 1961 (4th) 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 H 36 15 9 12 47:46 +1 54
4 Rijeka 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

Istra 1961 have lost 60% of their away matches this season, while Varaždin have been more solid at home (20% losses). The home side may find it easier to impose themselves.

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 5 (50%) 4 (40%)
Drawn 3 (30%) 0 (0%)
Lost 2 (20%) 6 (60%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Varaždin frequently see both teams score at home (60%), while Istra 1961 are less consistent on the road (30%). The home side are likely to score, but a reply from the visitors is less certain.

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 6 (60%) 3 (30%)

Match Goals

Varaždin 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

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 10 (100%) 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

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 0 (0%) 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

Varaždin have scored 2+ goals in 0% of home games this season, Istra 1961 in 10% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 9 (90%) 5 (50%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 1 (10%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Goals Conceded

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 7 (70%) 8 (80%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 2 (20%) 4 (40%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 1 (10%) 1 (10%)

Goal Totals

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 13 (1.3 avg) 10 (1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 12 (1.2 avg) 15 (1.5 avg)

Match Corners

Istra 1961 frequently reach high corner counts away from home (80%), while Varaždin are lower at home (40%). The visitors may create the majority of set-piece opportunities.

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 7 (70%) 8 (80%)
Over 8.5 Corners 4 (40%) 8 (80%)
Over 9.5 Corners 2 (20%) 7 (70%)
Over 10.5 Corners 2 (20%) 7 (70%)
Over 11.5 Corners 2 (20%) 6 (60%)
Over 12.5 Corners 2 (20%) 2 (20%)

Team Corners

Varaždin have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 10% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 20% 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

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 5 (50%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 1 (10%) 1 (10%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 1 (10%) 0 (0%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Corners Conceded

Varaždin (Home Form) Istra 1961 (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 7 (70%) 8 (80%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 6 (60%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 5 (50%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 4 (40%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 4 (40%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Varaždin 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.

3rd Oct, 2025
Istra 1961
1 – 0 HT: 0-0
Varaždin
11th May, 2025
Istra 1961
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Varaždin
8th Mar, 2025
Varaždin
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Istra 1961
7th Dec, 2024
Istra 1961
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Varaždin
20th Sep, 2024
Varaždin
1 – 0 HT: 0-0
Istra 1961
17th May, 2024
Istra 1961
2 – 0 HT: 0-0
Varaždin
8th Mar, 2024
Varaždin
2 – 2 HT: 2-1
Istra 1961
11th Jan, 2024
Varaždin
1 – 3 HT:
Istra 1961
5th Dec, 2023
Varaždin
3 – 2 HT: 1-1
Istra 1961
1st Dec, 2023
Istra 1961
2 – 0 HT: 1-0
Varaždin

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Varaždin 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

Varaždin 2.41
Draw 2.99
Istra 1961 3.46

Half Time Result

Varaždin 3.11
Draw 2.06
Istra 1961 4.01

Double Chance

Varaždin or Draw 1.32
Varaždin or Istra 1961 1.42
Draw or Istra 1961 1.58

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.97
No 1.84

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.46
Over 2.5 2.27
Over 3.5 4.19
Under 1.5 2.7
Under 2.5 1.6
Under 3.5 1.16

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.51
Over 1.5 3.42

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.47
Over 9.5 1.81
Over 10.5 2.92
Over 11.5 3.08

Varaždin Goals

Over 0.5 1.27
Over 1.5 2.59

Istra 1961 Goals

Over 0.5 1.48
Over 1.5 2.85

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Varaždin vs Istra 1961 Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Varaždin vs Istra 1961?

Over 1.5 Goals — Varaždin see 2+ goals in 90% of home games, Istra 1961 in 70% of away games. A reliable lower-risk option for this fixture.

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

Varaždin have a slight form edge at home (50% wins) over Istra 1961 on the road (40% wins) in 1. HNL. Home advantage could be the deciding factor.

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

Mixed — Varaždin have seen BTTS in 60% of home games, Istra 1961 in 30% of away games. The stats don't strongly point either way for this 1. HNL fixture.

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

Uncertain — Varaždin 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: Varaždin or Istra 1961?

Istra 1961 have the stronger away scoring record — 2+ goals in 10% of away games compared to Varaždin's 0% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

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

Possibly — Istra 1961 frequently reach high corner counts away (80%), while Varaždin are lower at home (40%). The visitors may create the majority of set-piece opportunities.

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