Istra 1961 vs Gorica - 1. HNL
Fixture Preview - 29 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
As Istra 1961 prepares to host Gorica at Stadion Aldo Drosina on Friday, both teams are in search of crucial points to boost their standing in the 1. HNL. Istra's recent form has been troubling, with only two draws from their last five matches, while Gorica has managed to secure a win in their last outing, albeit with mixed results overall. Historically, Istra has had the upper hand in their recent encounters, winning six of the last ten meetings, which could provide them with a psychological advantage. One key angle to consider is Istra's home advantage. Despite their poor form, they have a strong record against Gorica at home, which may play a significant role in this fixture. Additionally, both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defence, suggesting that a high-scoring match could be on the cards. With the stakes high and both sides eager to turn their fortunes around, this match promises to be a competitive affair.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Dinamo Zagreb | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2 |  Hajduk Split | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 3 |  Lokomotiva Zagreb | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 4 |  Gorica | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 5 |  Rijeka | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 6 |  Slaven Koprivnica | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 7 |  Varaždin | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 8 |  Osijek | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 9 |  Istra 1961 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 10 |  Vukovar | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 12, 2025 | Gorica | 3–2 | Istra 1961 | 1. HNL |
| January 31, 2025 | Istra 1961 | 0–0 | Gorica | 1. HNL |
| October 27, 2024 | Gorica | 1–0 | Istra 1961 | 1. HNL |
| August 10, 2024 | Istra 1961 | 2–1 | Gorica | 1. HNL |
| May 24, 2024 | Gorica | 2–0 | Istra 1961 | 1. HNL |
| March 17, 2024 | Istra 1961 | 0–0 | Gorica | 1. HNL |
| December 9, 2023 | Gorica | 0–0 | Istra 1961 | 1. HNL |
| September 23, 2023 | Istra 1961 | 0–1 | Gorica | 1. HNL |
| May 13, 2023 | Istra 1961 | 1–0 | Gorica | 1. HNL |
| March 10, 2023 | Gorica | 5–4 | Istra 1961 | 1. HNL |