HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb preview and prediction
The match
The HNL sees HNK Rijeka take on Dinamo Zagreb on Saturday 8 August, kicking off at 16:00 (WAT) at Stadion HNK Rijeka. HNK Rijeka are 6th with 18 points from 12 games (in the bottom half), while Dinamo Zagreb sit 2nd on 25 points (in the top four).
Form guide
HNK Rijeka's last 5: WWWWW Most recently they beat Ilves 1–0 at home. At home they have won 3 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 0.2 conceded. 5 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Dinamo Zagreb's last 5: WWDDD Most recently they beat Kauno Žalgiris 5–0 at home. Goals have not been a problem: 3.2 per game. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
HNK Rijeka arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 3.0 points a game against 2.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 13 May 2026, finished Dinamo Zagreb 2–0 HNK Rijeka.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.2 for HNK Rijeka and 1.5 for Dinamo Zagreb. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 60%.
Betting angles
Win chances: HNK Rijeka 32%, draw 22%, Dinamo Zagreb 46%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.62.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 74% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: HNK Rijeka 1–1 Dinamo Zagreb. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
HNK Rijeka32%fair 3.12 · @2.86
Draw22%fair 4.61 · @3.30
Dinamo Zagreb46%fair 2.16 · @2.28
2.62Expected goals
1.16HNK Rijeka xG
1.46Dinamo Zagreb xG
60%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–111%
1–29%
1–08%
0–28%
0–07%
From our goals model: HNK Rijeka 1.2 – 1.5 Dinamo Zagreb expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb?
On our numbers HNK Rijeka have a 32% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Dinamo Zagreb 46%.
How many goals will there be in HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb?
Our predicted score is HNK Rijeka 1–1 Dinamo Zagreb, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb?
HNK Rijeka vs Dinamo Zagreb (HNL) kicks off on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 16:00 (West Africa Time) at Stadion HNK Rijeka.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
