NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 April

NK Varteks Varazdin

W L L D W

3rd place in Croatia 1.Division

1-0

22/04/2026 11:45

Rijeka

L D W W D

4th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka on 22 April 2026 (kick-off: 11:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka preview before placing your bet.

NK Varteks Varazdin are currently 3rd with 54 points after 36 matches.
Rijeka sit 4th with 53 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rijeka to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors NK Varteks Varazdin, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Rijeka 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

11:45

2026-04-22

NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka - Prediction & Odds

NK Varteks Varazdin

Rijeka

2026-04-22 11:45

STANDINGS UP TO 22/04/2026

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

14/02/2026 12:15

Rijeka

3 - 1

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

09/11/2025 13:15

NK Varteks Varazdin

1 - 0

Rijeka

CRO D1

24/08/2025 15:00

Rijeka

1 - 2

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

13/04/2025 10:00

Rijeka

1 - 0

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

01/02/2025 12:30

NK Varteks Varazdin

1 - 0

Rijeka

CRO D1

26/10/2024 12:30

Rijeka

1 - 1

NK Varteks Varazdin

CRO D1

NK Varteks Varazdin

50%

Draw

17%

Rijeka

33%

NK Varteks Varazdin Last 6 matches

17/04/2026 14:15

ZNK Osijek 0 - 2 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

12/04/2026 10:00

NK Varteks Varazdin 2 - 1 Slaven Belupo CRO D1

03/04/2026 12:15

NK Varteks Varazdin 1 - 1 HNK Gorica CRO D1

20/03/2026 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula 2 - 1 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

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

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Rijeka

18/04/2026 10:00

Dinamo Zagreb 2 - 2 Rijeka CRO D1

12/04/2026 10:00

Rijeka 0 - 2 ZNK Osijek CRO D1

08/04/2026 10:30

Rijeka 2 - 0 Slaven Belupo CRO Cup

04/04/2026 11:45

Slaven Belupo 0 - 2 Rijeka CRO D1

22/03/2026 12:45

HNK Gorica 4 - 0 Rijeka CRO D1

19/03/2026 16:00

Strasbourg 1 - 1 Rijeka UEFA ECL

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

NK Varteks Varazdin

Rijeka

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

Avg. per game

0.61

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

22 (61%)14 (39%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

16 (44%)20 (56%)

NK Varteks Varazdin

Recent matches

Rijeka

Under /Over

(83%)30 6(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

Under /Over

(50%)18 18(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

Under /Over

(31%)11 25(69%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

/Yes

(61%)22 14(39%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)14 22(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NK Varteks Varazdin

Rijeka

Shots

NK Varteks Varazdin

Total shots

11.51 avg / game

Blocked

120 total

Avg. 3.43

Rijeka

Total shots

14.56 avg / game

Blocked

145 total

Avg. 4.14

NK Varteks Varazdin Pass Rijeka

Total passes

12440

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

14291

Avg. 397 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

NK Varteks Varazdin

Played games

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.39

3.53

127

Corners

225

6.25

20.36

733

Throw-ins

856

23.78

1.08

Offsides

1.39

3.25

117

GK saves

2.06

NK Varteks Varazdin

DISCIPLINARY

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.11

2.22

0.17

0.14

12.14

437

Fouls

458

12.72

11.03

397

Tackles

313

8.69

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How We Build the NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka on 22 April 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.

NK Varteks Varazdin vs Rijeka Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NK Varteks Varazdin's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Rijeka'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 NK Varteks Varazdin and Rijeka sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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