Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 March

Istra 1961 Pula

L L W W D

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

2-1

20/03/2026 13:00

NK Varteks Varazdin

W L L D W

3rd place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin on 20 March 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin preview before placing your bet.

Istra 1961 Pula are currently 6th with 43 points after 36 matches.
NK Varteks Varazdin sit 3rd with 54 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Istra 1961 Pula to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Istra 1961 Pula, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. NK Varteks Varazdin have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

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

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Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

13:00

2026-03-20

Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin - Prediction & Odds

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Varteks Varazdin

2026-03-20 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/03/2026

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

19/12/2025 11:00

NK Varteks Varazdin

1 - 3

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

03/10/2025 12:00

Istra 1961 Pula

1 - 0

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

11/05/2025 12:15

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 0

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

08/03/2025 10:00

NK Varteks Varazdin

0 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

07/12/2024 10:00

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 0

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

20/09/2024 12:00

NK Varteks Varazdin

1 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

Istra 1961 Pula

33%

Draw

50%

NK Varteks Varazdin

17%

Istra 1961 Pula Last 6 matches

15/03/2026 12:45

Rijeka 0 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

06/03/2026 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula 0 - 1 ZNK Osijek CRO D1

27/02/2026 13:00

Slaven Belupo 1 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

21/02/2026 10:00

Istra 1961 Pula 0 - 2 HNK Gorica CRO D1

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

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches NK Varteks Varazdin

13/03/2026 13:00

NK Varteks Varazdin 2 - 0 HNK Vukovar 91 CRO D1

07/03/2026 12:15

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 1 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

04/03/2026 12:00

NK Varteks Varazdin 1 - 3 HNK Gorica CRO Cup

28/02/2026 12:45

NK Varteks Varazdin 1 - 1 Hajduk Split CRO D1

22/02/2026 10:00

NK Varteks Varazdin 0 - 4 Dinamo Zagreb CRO D1

15/02/2026 09:00

Radnik Krizevci 3 - 0 NK Varteks Varazdin INT CF

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Varteks Varazdin

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.69

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

13 (36%)23 (64%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

15 (42%)21 (58%)

Istra 1961 Pula

Recent matches

NK Varteks Varazdin

Under /Over

(75%)27 9(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)30 6(17%)

Under /Over

(47%)17 19(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)18 18(50%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(31%)11 25(69%)

/Yes

(53%)19 17(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(61%)22 14(39%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Varteks Varazdin

Shots

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

10.28 avg / game

Blocked

107 total

Avg. 2.97

NK Varteks Varazdin

Total shots

11.51 avg / game

Blocked

120 total

Avg. 3.43

Istra 1961 Pula Pass NK Varteks Varazdin

Total passes

14467

Avg. 402 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

12440

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

45%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Istra 1961 Pula

Played games

NK Varteks Varazdin

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.28

4.14

149

Corners

127

3.53

22.44

808

Throw-ins

733

20.36

1.33

Offsides

1.08

3.53

127

GK saves

117

3.25

Istra 1961 Pula

DISCIPLINARY

NK Varteks Varazdin

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.97

2.11

0.00

0.17

11.83

426

Fouls

437

12.14

11.97

431

Tackles

397

11.03

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How We Build the Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Istra 1961 Pula vs NK Varteks Varazdin on 20 March 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 NK Varteks Varazdin 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 NK Varteks Varazdin'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 NK Varteks Varazdin sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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