Gorica and Istra 1961 face each other on Sunday 11.23.2025, at 17:15 (UK Time), in a HNL League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Gorica's home ground, the ŠRC Velika Gorica.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Gorica and Istra 1961, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Gorica vs Istra 1961
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2nd Half Over 1.5 Goals
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Gorica preview
Gorica heads into the match with the following record in the HNL League: in 13 matches, Goričani secured 4 victories, 3 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.15 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Gorica's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Gorica has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 18 goals, of which 18 were scored in the HNL League, resulting in an average of 1.38 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Filip Čuić, who has found the back of the net 4 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Žan Trontelj has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Gorica has conceded 21 goals in the HNL League (an average of 1.62 per game) and 21 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.62 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Istra 1961 preview
Istra 1961 comes into the game with 13 matches played so far in the HNL League. They have secured 5 victories, 4 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.46 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses.
Istra's attack has been highly effective, scoring 14 goals during this period. Of that total, 14 were netted in the HNL League, with an average of 1.08 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.08.
Verudeži's offensive system is led by Stjepan Lončar, the team's top scorer this season. The nationality.bosnia and herzegovina midfielder has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Stjepan Lončar. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 17 goals with an average of 1.31 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 17 goals in 13 matches, averaging 1.31 per match.
Head to head: Gorica vs Istra 1961
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Gorica
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D |
1.15 |
| Home | L |
1 |
| Away | D D |
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 31% | 29% | 33% |
| Goals | 3 | 3.29 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.43 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.62 | 1.86 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 77% | 86% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 23% | 14% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 38% | 29% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.41 | 1.59 |
|
xGA
|
1.5 | 1.32 | 1.72 |
Away Team
Istra 1961
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W |
1.46 |
| Home | W D |
2 |
| Away | W |
0.83 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 57% | 17% |
| Goals | 2.38 | 2.43 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.08 | 1.29 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1.31 | 1.14 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 62% | 57% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 29% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 23% | 14% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 38% | 57% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.49 | 0.97 |
|
xGA
|
1.92 | 2.01 | 1.81 |
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