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NK Osijek vs Istra 1961 Prediction & Betting Tips
Opus Arena, Osijek
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
NK OsijekDrawIstra 1961
Match Result
Istra 1961
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
57%
Both Teams Score
Yes
60%
Double Chance
Draw/Away
90%
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Expert Analysis
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Match Facts
NK OsijekNK Osijek score 35% of their goals in the first 15 minutes (6 goals)
NK Osijek concede 36% of goals after the 75th minute (4 goals)
NK Osijek have kept 4 clean sheets in 8 matches (50%)
NK Osijek score 65% of their goals in the first half
Istra 1961Istra 1961 concede 50% of goals after the 75th minute (6 goals)
Over 2.5 goals in 5 of Istra 1961's last 7 matches (71%)
Istra 1961 score 60% of their goals in the first half
Key Statistics
64Draws
10
2.9Avg Goals
55%BTTS
55%Over 2.5
10 May 2026NK Osijek0-1Istra 1961
6 Mar 2026Istra 19610-1NK Osijek
7 Dec 2025NK Osijek1-5Istra 1961
21 Sept 2025Istra 19612-1NK Osijek
25 May 2025NK Osijek1-1Istra 1961
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win NK Osijek vs Istra 1961?
Our model predicts Istra 1961 with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in NK Osijek vs Istra 1961?
Both teams to score: Yes (60% confidence).
Is the double chance X2 a good bet for NK Osijek vs Istra 1961?
Our double chance pick is X2 with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will NK Osijek vs Istra 1961 have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (57% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
When and where is NK Osijek vs Istra 1961 played?
NK Osijek vs Istra 1961 takes place on 10 Oct 2026 at Opus Arena.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Dinamo Zagreb | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 9 | +8 | 16 | |
| 2 |  HNK Hajduk Split | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 8 | +8 | 16 | |
| 3 | NK Osijek | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 11 | +6 | 16 | |
| 4 |  NK Varazdin | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 7 | +6 | 15 | |
| 5 |  HNK Rijeka | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 7 | +6 | 14 | |
| 6 | Istra 1961 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 13 | +1 | 9 | |
| 7 |  NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 7 | |
| 8 |  NK Slaven Belupo | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 16 | -9 | 7 | |
| 9 |  HNK Gorica | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 12 | -7 | 5 | |
| 10 |  Rudes | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 24 | -14 | 4 |
Champions League
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Detailed Form & Recent Matches
NK OsijekLWLWD
10Played
5Wins
1Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1.6 |
| Win % | 50% |
| Goals/Game | 2.6 |
| Scored Avg | 1.3 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.3 |
| BTTS | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 40% |
Recent Matches
19 SeptDat NK Varazdin0-0
12 SeptWvs Dinamo Zagreb4-2
5 SeptLat HNK Rijeka1-4
30 AugWvs NK Slaven Belupo3-0
23 AugLat HNK Hajduk Split0-4
Istra 1961WLDDL
10Played
2Wins
4Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 2.5 |
| Scored Avg | 1.2 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.3 |
| BTTS | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 40% |
Recent Matches
19 SeptLvs HNK Gorica0-1
4 SeptDat NK Varazdin0-0
29 AugDvs Dinamo Zagreb2-2
23 AugLat HNK Rijeka2-3
15 AugWvs NK Slaven Belupo3-0
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 2.9 |
| BTTS | 55% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 55% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 70% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| NK Osijek | 27 | 1.35 per game |
| Istra 1961 | 31 | 1.55 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| NK Osijek | 4 (20%) |
| Istra 1961 | 5 (25%) |
10 May 2026HNLNK Osijek0-1Istra 1961
6 Mar 2026HNLIstra 19610-1NK Osijek
7 Dec 2025HNLNK Osijek1-5Istra 1961
21 Sept 2025HNLIstra 19612-1NK Osijek
25 May 2025HNLNK Osijek1-1Istra 1961
29 Mar 2025HNLIstra 19612-1NK Osijek
20 Dec 2024HNLNK Osijek2-2Istra 1961
4 Oct 2024HNLIstra 19612-1NK Osijek
20 Apr 2024HNLNK Osijek1-2Istra 1961
10 Feb 2024HNLIstra 19611-0NK Osijek
28 Oct 2023HNLNK Osijek3-1Istra 1961
13 Aug 2023HNLIstra 19614-4NK Osijek
26 Apr 2023HNLNK Osijek1-0Istra 1961
18 Feb 2023HNLIstra 19611-0NK Osijek
15 Oct 2022HNLNK Osijek2-0Istra 1961
6 Aug 2022HNLIstra 19611-0NK Osijek
1 May 2022HNLNK Osijek2-2Istra 1961
19 Feb 2022HNLIstra 19612-3NK Osijek
6 Nov 2021HNLNK Osijek3-0Istra 1961
22 Aug 2021HNLIstra 19612-0NK Osijek