NK Osijek will face NK Istra 1961 in a thrilling HNL match on Sunday. Explore below for our cost-free tips and match forecast.
Over the past weekend, NK Osijek lost 1-2 against Varaždin. Goals for NK Osijek were poked home by Hernâni. The hosts had 0.86 xG and couldn’t prevail. The home side had the upper hand, producing better opportunities but lost unluckily.
Thus far, NK Osijek has earned 10 clean sheets at home this term. The team’s leading scorer for the season is Arnel Jakupović with 9 goals in 27 matches. NK Osijek currently stands at #7 position with 41 points.
In the latest fixtures, NK Istra 1961 won 3-0 against Šibenik. Goals for NK Istra 1961 were blasted by Stjepan Lončar, Vinko Rozić and Vinko Rozić. The visiting side achieved 1.08 xG and won the game. NK Istra 1961 displayed attacking prowess and had more accurate shots. The upcoming visitors were the stronger side and justly secured the victory.
NK Istra 1961 is in stellar form and has a 6-match run without defeat. Thus far, NK Istra 1961 has achieved 12 away clean sheets this campaign. The club’s finest scorer this season is Vinko Rozić with 7 goals in 16 appearances. NK Istra 1961 currently rests at #6 position with 47 points.
NK Osijek vs NK Istra 1961 Betting Tips
I foresee a close match where neither team wins. Current odds, recent form, and past results suggest the draw offers significant value. This match offers excellent opportunities for UK bettors. The website bet365 offers the best odds for this punt. You can find our best prediction for the match below.
NK Osijek v NK Istra 1961 Odds
| Full Time | |||||
| 1 | 2.70 | X | 3.20 | 2 | 2.60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | 1.50 | X2 | 1.44 | 12 | 1.36 |
| HT 1 | 3.25 | HT X | 2.20 | HT 2 | 3.20 |
| Goals Market | |||||
| BTTS | 1.73 | NO BTTS | 2.00 | ||
| Over 2.5 | 1.95 | Under 2.5 | 1.85 | ||
| Over 3.5 | 3.25 | Under 3.5 | 1.33 | ||
NK Osijek Team Form
- Without clean sheet - 3
- Less than 2.5 goals - 5/7
- First to score - 5/5
- Less than 4.5 cards - 8/9
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 17.05.2025 | NK Varaždin | 1 - 2 |
| 09.05.2025 | NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | 1 - 1 |
| 04.05.2025 | NK Slaven Belupo | 4 - 1 |
| 27.04.2025 | HNK Hajduk Split | 2 - 0 |
| 23.04.2025 | HNK Rijeka | 2 - 0 |
| 19.04.2025 | HNK Gorica | 0 - 1 |
| 12.04.2025 | GNK Dinamo Zagreb | 0 - 2 |
| 06.04.2025 | HNK Šibenik | 1 - 4 |
| 02.04.2025 | NK Slaven Belupo | 0 - 0 |
| 29.03.2025 | NK Istra 1961 | 1 - 2 |
| 16.03.2025 | NK Varaždin | 0 - 0 |
NK Istra 1961 Team Form
- No losses - 6
- No goals conceded - 3
- Less than 2.5 goals - 5/6
- First to score - 6/8
- Less than 10.5 corners - 7/7
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 16.05.2025 | HNK Šibenik | 3 - 0 |
| 11.05.2025 | NK Varaždin | 0 - 0 |
| 03.05.2025 | NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | 0 - 0 |
| 28.04.2025 | NK Slaven Belupo | 1 - 1 |
| 23.04.2025 | HNK Hajduk Split | 1 - 0 |
| 19.04.2025 | HNK Rijeka | 2 - 0 |
| 12.04.2025 | HNK Gorica | 2 - 3 |
| 05.04.2025 | GNK Dinamo Zagreb | 3 - 0 |
| 02.04.2025 | HNK Rijeka | 0 - 1 |
| 29.03.2025 | NK Osijek | 2 - 1 |
| 21.03.2025 | ND Primorje | 1 - 0 |
HNL Table
| NK Osijek | Opponent | NK Istra 1961 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2 | 2-0 | HNK Rijeka | 2-0 | 1-0 |
| 2-1 | 0-2 | GNK Dinamo Zagreb | 3-0 | 1-3 |
| 2-0 | 0-4 | HNK Hajduk Split | 1-1 | 1-0 |
| 0-0 | 1-2 | NK Varaždin | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| 1-2 | 4-1 | NK Slaven Belupo | 1-1 | 0-0 |
| 2-2 | 1-2 | NK Istra 1961 | - | - |
| - | - | NK Osijek | 2-1 | 2-2 |
| 1-1 | 0-3 | NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | 3-2 | 0-0 |
| 0-1 | 0-1 | HNK Gorica | 0-0 | 2-3 |
| 2-2 | 1-4 | HNK Šibenik | 3-0 | 0-1 |
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rijeka | 36 | 65 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 28 | 1.36 | 0.58 |
| 2 | Dinamo | 36 | 65 | 19 | 8 | 9 | 28 | 1.92 | 1.14 |
| 3 | Hajduk | 36 | 63 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 15 | 1.36 | 0.94 |
| 4 | Varaždin | 36 | 49 | 11 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 0.78 | 0.67 |
| 5 | Slaven | 36 | 48 | 13 | 9 | 14 | -3 | 1.17 | 1.25 |
| 6 | NK Istra 1961 | 36 | 48 | 11 | 15 | 10 | -3 | 1.08 | 1.17 |
| 7 | NK Osijek | 36 | 42 | 11 | 9 | 16 | -6 | 1.28 | 1.44 |
| 8 | Lokomotiva | 36 | 39 | 10 | 9 | 17 | -9 | 1.25 | 1.50 |
| 9 | Gorica | 36 | 37 | 9 | 10 | 17 | -22 | 0.81 | 1.42 |
| 10 | Šibenik | 36 | 30 | 7 | 9 | 20 | -32 | 0.78 | 1.67 |
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