Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961: match statistics
Hajduk Split presents solid home form with 67% of matches won at home and an impressive goal difference of +9 at their own stadium. The hosts dominate in terms of possession (61%) and create significantly more chances (15.89 shots on average), which translates into higher expected goals (1.91 xG). Istra 1961 has problems in away matches, losing 44% of meetings and achieving only 33% wins, with a lower xG (1.21). The recent form of both teams is even (Hajduk 1.6 PPG, Istra 1.4 PPG); however, home advantage and statistics point to greater chances for the hosts. Nevertheless, Istra can score on the road (1.44 average), which may lead to a balanced match, hence a significant probability of a draw.
Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Hajduk Split played against Istra 1961 in Prva HNL (Croatia). The game was played on January 25, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Hajduk Split has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Istra 1961 has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Hajduk Split scores 1.61 goals per game and allows 0.94. Istra 1961 scores 1.33 and allows 1.28. Games in this league average 2.73 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 39% of Hajduk Split's games and 67% of Istra 1961's. The Over 2.5 rates are 44% and 61%, compared with league averages of 63% for BTTS and 53% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Hajduk Split has the higher season xG average, 1.73 to 1.32 per game. Hajduk Split takes 14.6 shots per game, while Istra 1961 takes 10.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Hajduk Split leads at halftime in 39% of its games and scores 1.06 goals per game after halftime. Istra 1961 leads at halftime in 11% and scores 0.72 after halftime.
When the teams score
Hajduk Split's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Istra 1961, it is minutes 46-60 (5 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Prva HNL games average 2.73 goals. Both teams score in 63% of games, and 53% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Hajduk Split presents solid home form with 67% of matches won at home and an impressive goal difference of +9 at their own stadium. The hosts dominate in terms of possession (61%) and create significantly more chances (15.89 shots on average), which translates into higher expected goals (1.91 xG). Istra 1961 has problems in away matches, losing 44% of meetings and achieving only 33% wins, with a lower xG (1.21). The recent form of both teams is even (Hajduk 1.6 PPG, Istra 1.4 PPG); however, home advantage and statistics point to greater chances for the hosts. Nevertheless, Istra can score on the road (1.44 average), which may lead to a balanced match, hence a significant probability of a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Hajduk Split | Istra 1961 | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.36 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Hajduk Split is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Hajduk Split · 1.4 pts / game - Istra 1961
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Hajduk Split is 21% better for: goals scored per game.
1.61 goals / game - Hajduk Split · 1.33 goals / game - Istra 1961
Hajduk Split is 36% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.94 goals / game - Hajduk Split · 1.28 goals / game - Istra 1961
Hajduk Split scores in 78% of games (14 of 18 meczów), while Istra 1961 keeps a clean sheet in 17% (3 of 18 meczów).
Istra 1961 scores in 78% of games (14 of 18 meczów), while Hajduk Split keeps a clean sheet in 44% (8 of 18 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Hajduk Split
Over / Under - Istra 1961
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Hajduk Split is 88% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.56 pts / game - Hajduk Split · 0.83 pts / game - Istra 1961
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hajduk Split - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 39% of games and wins 61%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Istra 1961 - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 11% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (5 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Hajduk Split
Istra 1961
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Prva HNL).
Teams vs league
| Hajduk Split | Liga | Istra 1961 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.56 | 2.73 | ▼ 2.61 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 39% | 63% | ▲ 67% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 44% | 53% | ▲ 61% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 44% | 22% | ▼ 17% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 72% | 78% | ▲ 83% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 89% | 84% | ▼ 78% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Hajduk Split's perspective: 2 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses against Istra 1961. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961?
The Prva HNL match finished Hajduk Split 1:2 Istra 1961. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Hajduk Split and Istra 1961?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Hajduk Split won 2, Istra 1961 won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961?
Hajduk Split score 1.61 goals per game on average and Istra 1961 1.33. The Prva HNL average is 2.73 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 53% of games. Both teams score in 39% of Hajduk Split's matches and 67% of Istra 1961's.
What form are Hajduk Split and Istra 1961 in?
Over the last 5 games Hajduk Split have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Istra 1961 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hajduk Split vs Istra 1961?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.