Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 15 March

Rijeka

L D W W D

4th place in Croatia 1.Division

0-2

15/03/2026 12:45

Istra 1961 Pula

L L W W D

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula on 15 March 2026 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula preview before placing your bet.

Rijeka are currently 4th with 53 points after 36 matches.
Istra 1961 Pula sit 6th with 43 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rijeka to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history favors Rijeka, 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

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Pred

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Score.

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Weather

12:45

2026-03-15

Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula - Prediction & Odds

Rijeka

Istra 1961 Pula

2026-03-15 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 15/03/2026

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

20/01/2026 11:00

Istra 1961 Pula

1 - 2

Rijeka

CRO D1

27/09/2025 10:00

Rijeka

0 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

19/04/2025 12:45

Istra 1961 Pula

2 - 0

Rijeka

CRO D1

02/04/2025 14:00

Rijeka

1 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO Cup

09/02/2025 10:00

Rijeka

0 - 1

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

03/11/2024 10:00

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

Rijeka

50%

Draw

17%

Istra 1961 Pula

33%

Rijeka Last 6 matches

04/03/2026 15:00

Rijeka 3 - 2 Hajduk Split CRO Cup

01/03/2026 10:00

Rijeka 2 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

26/02/2026 13:45

Rijeka 3 - 1 Omonia Nicosia FC UEFA ECL

22/02/2026 12:45

Hajduk Split 1 - 0 Rijeka CRO D1

19/02/2026 16:00

Omonia Nicosia FC 0 - 1 Rijeka UEFA ECL

14/02/2026 12:15

Rijeka 3 - 1 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Istra 1961 Pula

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

30/01/2026 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula 1 - 1 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

Goals

Scored

531

Avg. per game

1.77

Conceded

287

Avg. per game

0.96

Scored

369

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

385

Avg. per game

1.35

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

235 (78%)65 (22%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

196 (69%)90 (31%)

Rijeka

Recent matches

Istra 1961 Pula

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(36%)16 29(64%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rijeka

Istra 1961 Pula

Shots

Rijeka

Total shots

12.45 avg / game

Blocked

506 total

Avg. 3.78

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

9.07 avg / game

Blocked

290 total

Avg. 2.34

Rijeka Pass Istra 1961 Pula

Total passes

72593

Avg. 392 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

68790

Avg. 402 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rijeka

300

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

286

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.41

122

Clean sheets

0.27

4.89

1467

Corners

1032

3.61

6.51

1953

Throw-ins

1550

5.42

1.28

384

Offsides

363

1.27

1.75

525

GK saves

609

2.13

Rijeka

DISCIPLINARY

Istra 1961 Pula

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

549

599

2.09

0.09

0.09

9.17

2750

Fouls

2415

8.44

8.03

2409

Tackles

2422

8.47

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How We Build the Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula on 15 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.

Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rijeka's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Istra 1961 Pula'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 Rijeka and Istra 1961 Pula sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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