Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – February 21

Istra 1961 Pula

L L W W D

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

0-2

21/02/2026 10:00

HNK Gorica

W W L L W

8th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica on February 21, 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica preview before placing for you.

Istra 1961 Pula are currently 6th with 43 points after 36 matches.
HNK Gorica sit 8th with 41 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Istra 1961 Pula to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors HNK Gorica, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Istra 1961 Pula have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

10:00

2026-02-21

Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica - Prediction & Odds

Istra 1961 Pula

HNK Gorica

2026-02-21 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/02/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dinamo Zagreb	86	36	27	5	4	93	28	65
02 Hajduk Split	68	36	20	8	8	61	36	25
03 NK Varteks Varazdin	54	36	15	9	12	47	46	1
04 Rijeka	53	36	14	11	11	49	36	13
05 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	44	36	10	14	12	40	52	-12
06 Istra 1961 Pula	43	36	12	7	17	39	50	-11
07 Slaven Belupo	41	36	10	11	15	46	61	-15
08 HNK Gorica	41	36	11	8	17	40	48	-8
09 ZNK Osijek	35	36	8	11	17	27	49	-22
10 HNK Vukovar 91	28	36	6	10	20	37	73	-36

Head To Head

23/11/2025 13:15

HNK Gorica

1 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

29/08/2025 14:00

Istra 1961 Pula

1 - 0

HNK Gorica

CRO D1

12/04/2025 10:00

HNK Gorica

3 - 2

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

31/01/2025 12:00

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 0

HNK Gorica

CRO D1

27/10/2024 13:30

HNK Gorica

1 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

10/08/2024 15:00

Istra 1961 Pula

2 - 1

HNK Gorica

CRO D1

Istra 1961 Pula

33%

Draw

17%

HNK Gorica

50%

Istra 1961 Pula Last 6 matches

14/02/2026 10:00

Dinamo Zagreb 4 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

07/02/2026 10:00

HNK Vukovar 91 3 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

30/01/2026 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula 1 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

25/01/2026 10:00

Hajduk Split 1 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

20/01/2026 11:00

Istra 1961 Pula 1 - 2 Rijeka CRO D1

14/01/2026 08:30

Istra 1961 Pula 3 - 1 Radomlje INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches HNK Gorica

06/02/2026 13:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 3 - 0 HNK Gorica CRO D1

31/01/2026 10:00

HNK Gorica 1 - 0 Hajduk Split CRO D1

26/01/2026 11:00

HNK Gorica 1 - 2 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

17/01/2026 05:30

HNK Gorica 1 - 0 ZalaegerzsegTE INT CF

13/01/2026 09:30

HNK Gorica 2 - 0 Radomlje INT CF

10/01/2026 09:30

HNK Gorica 1 - 1 FC Koper INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

HNK Gorica

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored

Avg. per game

1.28

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.28

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 home matches

YesNo

13 (72%)5 (28%)

In last 18 home matches

NoYes

14 (78%)4 (22%)

Istra 1961 Pula

Recent matches

HNK Gorica

Under /Over

(78%)14 4(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)6 12(67%)

Under /Over

(22%)4 14(78%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)6 12(67%)

/Yes

(61%)11 7(39%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)9 9(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Istra 1961 Pula

HNK Gorica

Shots

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

10.89 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 3.28

HNK Gorica

Total shots

10.71 avg / game

Blocked

39 total

Avg. 2.29

Istra 1961 Pula Pass HNK Gorica

Total passes

7412

Avg. 412 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

6648

Avg. 391 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Istra 1961 Pula

Played games

HNK Gorica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.33

4.50

Corners

4.22

21.94

395

Throw-ins

354

19.67

1.50

Offsides

1.78

2.78

GK saves

2.06

Istra 1961 Pula

DISCIPLINARY

HNK Gorica

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.56

2.06

0.00

0.06

12.00

216

Fouls

193

10.72

11.61

209

Tackles

140

7.78

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How We Build the Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica on 21 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Croatia 1.Division fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Istra 1961 Pula vs HNK Gorica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Istra 1961 Pula's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against HNK Gorica's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Croatia 1.Division Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Croatia 1.Division standings and the Croatia 1.Division form table to understand exactly where Istra 1961 Pula and HNK Gorica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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