The HNL match between HNK Hajduk Split and HNK Rijeka ended in an intense 2-2 draw. On the attacking front, both teams exhibited clinical finishing with each managing to score twice. The home team Hajduk Split managed to come back twice during the match, showing resilience and effective use of their attacking opportunities. Rijeka took the lead early with a swift goal in the 21st minute, indicating their readiness and sharpness in exploiting defensive vulnerabilities.

Rijeka's aggressive play, however, resulted in a discipline issue with six yellow cards, four of which were received during the first half of the match. This not only put them on the defensive but likely contributed to their later concession. Hajduk Split capitalized on Rijeka's cautiousness following these bookings, leveling the score before half-time and again equalizing in the dying moments of the game. This ability to exploit opponents' weaknesses underscored the importance of composure in high-stakes matches.

Set-pieces played a crucial role, with Hajduk Split earning six corner kicks against Rijeka's two. This advantage in set-pieces could have contributed significantly to their ability to keep the pressure on Rijeka’s defense throughout the match. Despite committing more fouls (14 against Hajduk’s 11), Rijeka's ability to transition from defense to attack helped them to threaten continuously. However, Hajduk's superior organization, evident from only being caught offside once, contrasted with Rijeka's zero offsides, suggesting tactical awareness and better spatial exploitation by the home side.

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