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  • 25 October 2025, NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Istra 1961, 1-2, Win
  • 19 October 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs HNK Hajduk Split, 0-3, Lose
  • 03 October 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Varazdin, 1-0, Win
  • 27 September 2025, HNK Rijeka vs NK Istra 1961, 0-0, Draw
  • 21 September 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Win
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  • 27 October 2025, HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek, 4-2, Lose
  • 18 October 2025, GNK Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Lose
  • 04 October 2025, NK Slaven Belupo vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Lose
  • 28 September 2025, HNK Gorica vs NK Osijek, 0-1, Win
  • 21 September 2025, NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek, 2-1, Lose
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In the recent match between NK Istra 1961 and NK Osijek in the HNL, NK Istra 1961 emerged victorious with a 2-1 win. From a statistical standpoint, both teams displayed a balanced approach with an equal number of corner kicks, registering five each. NK Osijek took the lead in the first half, scoring in the 39th minute, which set the pace for a competitive matchup. However, NK Istra 1961 managed to overturn the deficit with two second-half goals, significantly as a result of improved precision and momentum.

NK Istra 1961's comeback was largely a result of their teamwork and cohesive play, particularly evident in the second half. Despite having no offsides compared to NK Osijek's two, Istra capitalized on their positional play, keeping the attacking moves clean and directed. The lack of any yellow or red cards for both teams underscores a disciplined defensive performance, but it was NK Istra's ability to attack effectively without losing structure that ultimately led to their win.

NK Osijek's early advantage was insufficient due to their inability to maintain pressure and capitalize further. While they matched NK Istra in corner kicks, their failure to stay onside at critical moments disrupted their attacking flow. NK Istra's capability to score twice in the second half was primarily driven by a well-organized midfield that fed opportunities to the forwards with precision. This tactical discipline and strategic execution were key factors that had the most significant impact on the match outcome, allowing NK Istra to emerge with three points.

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Form Guide

Win1-2NK Lokomotiva Zagreb vs NK Istra 1961
Lose0-3NK Istra 1961 vs HNK Hajduk Split
Win1-0NK Istra 1961 vs NK Varazdin
Draw0-0HNK Rijeka vs NK Istra 1961
Win2-1NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
5:5
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • NK Istra 1961 has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 5:5, scoring 1 goals average
Lose4-2HNK Rijeka vs NK Osijek
Lose2-1GNK Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Osijek
Lose2-1NK Slaven Belupo vs NK Osijek
Win0-1HNK Gorica vs NK Osijek
Lose2-1NK Istra 1961 vs NK Osijek
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
6:10
GOALS / MATCH
1.2
  • NK Osijek has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:10, scoring 1.2 goals average

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Home gameNK Istra 196121NK OsijekAway gameHNL
Away gameNK Istra 196122NK OsijekHome gameHNL
Home gameNK Istra 196121NK OsijekAway gameHNL
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
9:6
GOALS / MATCH
1.80
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, NK Istra 1961 overtook NK Osijek three times
  • NK Istra 1961 won three times and had two draw
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 9:6; average goals per match – 1.80
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