Rijeka and Varaždin face each other on Sunday 08.24.2025, at 20:00 (UK Time), in a Prva HNL 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Rijeka's home ground, the Stadion HNK Rijeka.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Rijeka and Varaždin, 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 Rijeka vs Varaždin

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Rijeka Scoring First

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

Expect a good number of goals in this match.

We predict the total to reach over 2.5 goals after closely examining the numbers of Rijeka and Varaždin, who are among the better attacking sides in the league.

👉 Our prediction is: Rijeka to win

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

The odds offered for a Rijeka 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.

Rijeka preview

Rijeka heads into the match with the following record in the Prva HNL: in 3 matches, Bijeli secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.33 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Rijeka's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 3 victories so far.

Rijeka has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 8 goals, of which 2 were scored in the Prva HNL, resulting in an average of 0.67 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Šimun Butić, who has found the back of the net 1 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Niko Janković has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, Rijeka has conceded 2 goals in the Prva HNL (an average of 0.67 per game) and 8 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Varaždin preview

Varaždin comes into the game with 3 matches played so far in the Prva HNL. They have secured 0 victories, 2 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 0.67 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 1 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses.

Varaždin's attack has been highly effective, scoring 4 goals during this period. Of that total, 2 were netted in the Prva HNL, with an average of 0.67 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.8.

Varaždin's offensive system is led by Ivan Mamut, the team's top scorer this season. The croatian forward has found the back of the net 1 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Frane Maglica. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 4 goals with an average of 1.33 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 7 goals in 5 matches, averaging 1.4 per match.

Head to head: Rijeka vs Varaždin

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

Home Team

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Rijeka

Croatia - Prva HNL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L D W

1.33

Home L W

1.5

Away D

1

Away Team

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Varaždin

Croatia - Prva HNL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D L D

0.67

Home D D

1

Away L

0

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