- 22 December 2024, HNK Rijeka vs NK Slaven Belupo, 2-0, Win
- 15 December 2024, HNK Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka, 2-2, Draw
- 08 December 2024, HNK Sibenik vs HNK Rijeka, 0-1, Win
- 30 November 2024, HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica, 1-0, Win
- 23 November 2024, GNK Dinamo Zagreb vs HNK Rijeka, 0-0, Draw
- 20 December 2024, NK Osijek vs NK Istra 1961, 2-2, Draw
- 14 December 2024, NK Istra 1961 vs HNK Sibenik, 3-3, Draw
- 07 December 2024, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Varazdin, 0-0, Draw
- 01 December 2024, NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Istra 1961, 1-2, Win
- 22 November 2024, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Slaven Belupo, 2-3, Lose
In the recent HNL competition match between HNK Rijeka and NK Istra 1961, HNK Rijeka put forth an exceptional performance, utterly dominating their opponents in a conclusive 6-0 victory.
The home team's sharp offensive skills were on full display as they managed to score their first goal in the 00:33:44 minute marker, putting pressure on NK Istra from the very beginning. The first half was filled with Rijeka's dominance as they netted two more goals before the halfway mark at 00:43:46 and 00:45:37 reducing any chances of NK Istra to make a comeback.
HNK Rijeka continued their goal spree in the second half with goals at 00:58:11, 01:00:50, and 01:21:17, decimating their rivals with a total of six goals, indicating the impressive efficiency of their forward line.
On the other hand, NK Istra 1961's inability to curtail Rijeka's attacks is mirrored in the high number of yellow cards they received, three in total, suggesting that they struggled defensively. Signs of frustration were evident as they incurred two yellow cards in the second half in quick succession at 00:46:20 and 00:46:25. Meanwhile, HNK Rijeka managed to keep their composure throughout the match, showcasing their discipline with only a single yellow card in the second half at 00:59:30.
Additionally, Rijeka's dominance in the midfield was evident from the number of corner kicks won. They claimed five corner kicks, compared to NK Istra's solitary corner. This describes their ability to control the game by winning possession in crucial areas, thereby keeping the pressure constantly on NK Istra.
It is noteworthy that while NK Istra did attempt to defend and counter-attack, they failed to match the voracious aggression and accuracy displayed by HNK Rijeka. Defensive loopholes were continually exploited by the Rijeka forwards, as corroborated by the formidable six-goal tally.
In conclusion, the overwhelming victory by HNK Rijeka was a product of their superior attacking finesse, adept ball possession, and disciplined temperament – a stark contrast to the defensive issues and discipline lapses suffered by NK Istra 1961. This game can indeed serve as a valuable case study for strategies on both offensive and defensive fronts.
Form Guide
Win | 2-0 | HNK Rijeka vs NK Slaven Belupo | |
Draw | 2-2 | HNK Hajduk Split vs HNK Rijeka | |
Win | 0-1 | HNK Sibenik vs HNK Rijeka | |
Win | 1-0 | HNK Rijeka vs HNK Gorica | |
Draw | 0-0 | GNK Dinamo Zagreb vs HNK Rijeka |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 3
- GOALS
- 6:2
- GOALS / MATCH
- 1.2
- HNK Rijeka has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:2, scoring 1.2 goals average
Draw | 2-2 | NK Osijek vs NK Istra 1961 | |
Draw | 3-3 | NK Istra 1961 vs HNK Sibenik | |
Draw | 0-0 | NK Istra 1961 vs NK Varazdin | |
Win | 1-2 | NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Istra 1961 | |
Lose | 2-3 | NK Istra 1961 vs NK Slaven Belupo |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 1
- GOALS
- 9:9
- GOALS / MATCH
- 1.8
- NK Istra 1961 has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 9:9, scoring 1.8 goals average
HNK Rijeka H2H NK Istra 1961
Away game | HNK Rijeka | 1 | 0 | NK Istra 1961 | Home game | HNL | |
Home game | HNK Rijeka | 4 | 0 | NK Istra 1961 | Away game | HNL | |
Away game | HNK Rijeka | 2 | 0 | NK Istra 1961 | Home game | HNL | |
Home game | HNK Rijeka | 3 | 0 | NK Istra 1961 | Away game | HNL | |
Away game | HNK Rijeka | 1 | 1 | NK Istra 1961 | Home game | HNL |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 4
- GOALS
- 11:1
- GOALS / MATCH
- 2.20
- In the last five matches that these two sides meet, HNK Rijeka overtook NK Istra 1961 four times
- HNK Rijeka won four times and had one draw
- Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 11:1; average goals per match – 2.20
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