Hajduk Split and Istra 1961 face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 HNL League season. The game takes place at Stadion Poljud on Sunday, 25/01/2026, at 14:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961, based on detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961

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DNB: Hajduk Split Win

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👉 Our prediction is: Hajduk Split to win

Based on our evaluations, Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961 is a matchup between two evenly matched sides. But playing at home gives Hajduk Split the added advantage, which is why we recommend taking Hajduk Split to win outright at home.

The odds offered for a Hajduk Split win have a lot of value, and the fact that they have that home support should help tremendously in their bid to get the victory.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

From what they have shown thus far this season, Hajduk Split and Istra 1961 both tend to play quite defensive styles and like to keep things tight in midfield.

As a result, we predict the total going under 2.5 goals to be the most attractive betting option for this upcoming match.

Hajduk Split preview

Hajduk Split comes into the match having played 18 games in the HNL League so far. They have recorded 11 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 2.06 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 13 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses.

Hajduk Split's attack has scored 35 goals during this period. Out of this total, 29 goals were scored in the HNL League, averaging 1.61 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.59.

The offense system of Hajduk Split is led by Michele Šego as the top scorer of the season. The croatian forward has scored 10 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Michele Šego, who has contributed with 3 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 17 goals with an average of 0.94 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 23 goals conceded in 22 matches, resulting in an average of 1.05.

Istra 1961 preview

On the other hand, Istra 1961 comes into the match having played 18 games in the HNL League so far. They have recorded 7 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 1.44 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 7 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses.

Istra 1961's attack has scored 24 goals during this period. Out of this total, 24 goals were scored in the HNL League, averaging 1.33 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.33.

The offense system of Istra 1961 is led by Smail Prevljak as the top scorer of the season. The nationality.bosnia and herzegovina forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Stjepan Lončar, who has contributed with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 23 goals with an average of 1.28 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 23 goals conceded in 18 matches, resulting in an average of 1.28.

Head to head: Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

Hajduk Split Team Logo

Hajduk Split

Croatia - Prva HNL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W D D L

2.06

Home W D W

2.22

Away W D L D

1.89

Away Team

Istra 1961 Team Logo

Istra 1961

Croatia - Prva HNL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W W D L

1.44

Home L D W D

1.67

Away W W L W

1.22

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Published on 22 January 2026, at 20:31 Last updated on 22 January 2026, at 20:31
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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