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  • 29 March 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Win
  • 15 March 2025, HNK Sibenik vs NK Istra 1961, 1-0, Lose
  • 08 March 2025, NK Varazdin vs NK Istra 1961, 0-0, Draw
  • 28 February 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb, 3-2, Win
  • 23 February 2025, NK Slaven Belupo vs NK Istra 1961, 0-0, Draw
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  • 29 March 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Lose
  • 16 March 2025, NK Osijek vs NK Varazdin, 0-0, Draw
  • 08 March 2025, NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Osijek, 3-0, Lose
  • 01 March 2025, NK Osijek vs NK Slaven Belupo, 1-2, Lose
  • 22 February 2025, HNK Hajduk Split vs NK Osijek, 4-0, Lose
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In this HNL match between NK Istra 1961 and NK Osijek, the home team clinched a 2-1 victory through superior discipline and effective use of set pieces. NK Istra 1961 capitalized on corner kicks, which numbered seven compared to Osijek's two, evidencing their dominance in attacking play. Despite conceding a goal in the second half, Istra managed to respond quickly with a decisive goal less than half an hour later, demonstrating resilience and tactical timing in their offensive strategy.

The disciplinary aspect played a critical role in shaping the match's dynamics. NK Osijek's indiscipline was highlighted by receiving six yellow cards, with four occurring between the 31st and 35th minutes of the second half, indicating a lapse in focus and control during that period. This frequent breaching of conduct underscores a breakdown in defensive composure, further affecting their ability to mount a consistent challenge.

Teamwork and coordination clearly tipped the scales in favor of the home team. NK Istra's ability to draw NK Osijek into fouls and gain territorial advantage through set pieces provided them with significant leverage. While NK Osijek managed to equalize, their failure to maintain composure under Istra's structured pressing proved costly. Istra's coherent team play and strategic exploitation of Osijek's weaknesses were pivotal in sealing the win.

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Form Guide

Win2-1NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek
Lose1-0HNK Sibenik vs NK Istra 1961
Draw0-0NK Varazdin vs NK Istra 1961
Win3-2NK Istra 1961 vs NK Lokomotiva Zagreb
Draw0-0NK Slaven Belupo vs NK Istra 1961
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
5:4
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • NK Istra 1961 has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 5:4, scoring 1 goals average
Lose2-1NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek
Draw0-0NK Osijek vs NK Varazdin
Lose3-0NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Osijek
Lose1-2NK Osijek vs NK Slaven Belupo
Lose4-0HNK Hajduk Split vs NK Osijek
PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
2:11
GOALS / MATCH
0.4
  • NK Osijek has lost four matches in a row with a goal difference of 2:11, scoring 0.4 goals average

NK Istra 1961 H2H NK Osijek

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Home gameNK Istra 196121NK OsijekAway gameHNL
Away gameNK Istra 196121NK OsijekHome gameHNL
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PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
9:5
GOALS / MATCH
1.80
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, NK Istra 1961 overtook NK Osijek four times
  • NK Istra 1961 won four times and had one draw
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 9:5; average goals per match – 1.80
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