Osijek vs Rijeka: match statistics
Rijeka displays significantly better form than Osijek, as evidenced by the points per match average in the last 5 games (2.2 for Rijeka versus just 0.6 for Osijek). The hosts are in 10th place in the table and fail to score in 60% of their home matches, which, with an average of just 0.7 goals per game at home, represents a serious offensive issue. Rijeka occupies 4th position and, despite playing away, boasts better shooting efficiency (9% shot conversion compared to Osijek's 5%) and a significantly superior goal difference. Rijeka's form in the last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses) combined with the fact that they fail to score in only 22% of away games gives them the edge. Osijek loses at home in 40% of cases and has a negative goal difference (-7), which, given their current poor run (0 wins in the last 5 matches), points to an away win.
Osijek vs Rijeka: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Osijek played against Rijeka in Prva HNL (Croatia). The game was played on February 1, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Osijek has 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Rijeka has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Osijek scores 0.84 goals per game and allows 1.53. Rijeka scores 1.63 and allows 1.16. Games in this league average 2.70 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 47% of Osijek's games and 63% of Rijeka's. The Over 2.5 rates are 42% and 53%, compared with league averages of 62% for BTTS and 53% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Rijeka has the higher season xG average, 1.72 to 1.56 per game. Osijek takes 12.8 shots per game, while Rijeka takes 15.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Osijek leads at halftime in 26% of its games and scores 0.47 goals per game after halftime. Rijeka leads at halftime in 42% and scores 0.79 after halftime.
When the teams score
Osijek's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). For Rijeka, it is minutes 0-15 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Prva HNL games average 2.70 goals. Both teams score in 62% 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 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. 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
Rijeka displays significantly better form than Osijek, as evidenced by the points per match average in the last 5 games (2.2 for Rijeka versus just 0.6 for Osijek). The hosts are in 10th place in the table and fail to score in 60% of their home matches, which, with an average of just 0.7 goals per game at home, represents a serious offensive issue. Rijeka occupies 4th position and, despite playing away, boasts better shooting efficiency (9% shot conversion compared to Osijek's 5%) and a significantly superior goal difference. Rijeka's form in the last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses) combined with the fact that they fail to score in only 22% of away games gives them the edge. Osijek loses at home in 40% of cases and has a negative goal difference (-7), which, given their current poor run (0 wins in the last 5 matches), points to an away win.
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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
| Osijek | Rijeka | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 27% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.25 | 0.40 |
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.
Rijeka is 267% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Osijek · 2.2 pts / game - Rijeka
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.
Rijeka is 94% better for: goals scored per game.
0.84 goals / game - Osijek · 1.63 goals / game - Rijeka
Rijeka is 32% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.53 goals / game - Osijek · 1.16 goals / game - Rijeka
Osijek scores in 58% of games (11 of 19 meczów), while Rijeka keeps a clean sheet in 26% (5 of 19 meczów).
Rijeka scores in 79% of games (15 of 19 meczów), while Osijek keeps a clean sheet in 32% (6 of 19 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 - Osijek
Over / Under - Rijeka
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.
Rijeka is 55% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.05 pts / game - Osijek · 1.63 pts / game - Rijeka
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Osijek - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 11%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Rijeka - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 42% of games and wins 37%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -5 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +2 |
* 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 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (6 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* 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
Osijek
Rijeka
* 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
| Osijek | Liga | Rijeka | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.37 | 2.70 | • 2.79 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 47% | 62% | • 63% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 42% | 53% | • 53% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 32% | 22% | ▲ 26% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 74% | 80% | • 79% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 74% | 82% | ▼ 79% |
^ 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
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Osijek's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against Rijeka. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Osijek vs Rijeka?
The Prva HNL match finished Osijek 1:0 Rijeka. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Osijek and Rijeka?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Osijek won 0, Rijeka won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Osijek vs Rijeka?
Osijek score 0.84 goals per game on average and Rijeka 1.63. The Prva HNL average is 2.70 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 53% of games. Both teams score in 47% of Osijek's matches and 63% of Rijeka's.
What form are Osijek and Rijeka in?
Over the last 5 games Osijek have a 0-3-2 record (0.60 points per game) and Rijeka 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Osijek vs Rijeka?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Osijek vs Rijeka: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.