Gorica and Rijeka face each other on Monday 08.31.2026, at 20:00 (UK Time), in a HNL League 2026/27 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 Goričani and Hrvatski nogometni klub Rijeka, 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 Rijeka
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Double Chance: Gorica or Draw
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Gorica preview
Gorica heads into the match with the following record in the HNL League: in 4 matches, Goričani secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Turopoljci's 2026/27 season, the team has achieved a total of 11 victories so far.
Gorica has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 42 goals, of which 2 were scored in the HNL League, resulting in an average of 0.5 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Jurica Pršir, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Iker Pozo La Rosa has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, Gorica has conceded 9 goals in the HNL League (an average of 2.25 per game) and 57 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.43 per match in the 2026/27 campaign.
Rijeka preview
Rijeka comes into the game with 3 matches played so far in the HNL League. They have secured 2 victories, 0 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 2 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026/27 season, the team has recorded 25 wins, 17 draws, and 19 losses.
Hrvatski nogometni klub Rijeka's attack has been highly effective, scoring 76 goals during this period. Of that total, 5 were netted in the HNL League, with an average of 1.67 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.25.
Whites's offensive system is led by Toni Fruk, the team's top scorer this season. The croatian midfielder has found the back of the net 12 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Tiago Filipe Oliveira Dantas. The midfielder has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 5 goals with an average of 1.67 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 65 goals in 61 matches, averaging 1.07 per match.
Head to head: Gorica vs Rijeka
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Gorica
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L L |
0 |
| Home | L L W L W |
1.2 |
| Away | L L L L W |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.75 | 2.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 2.25 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.1 | 1.61 |
|
xGA
|
1.89 | 2.26 | 1.51 |
Rijeka
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W L L D |
0.8 |
| Home | L W W W W |
2.4 |
| Away | L L D W D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 4 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 2.5 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 100% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 100% | 0% |
|
xG
|
2.15 | 2.47 | 1.52 |
|
xGA
|
0.95 | 0.92 | 1 |
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