Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 August

Rijeka

L L W W L

2nd place in Croatia 1.Division

4-0

18/08/2024 15:00

Istra 1961 Pula

W D D D W

6th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula on 18 August 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) 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 2nd with 65 points after 36 matches.
Istra 1961 Pula sit 6th with 48 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rijeka to win with probability 65%.
Head-to-head history favors Rijeka, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Istra 1961 Pula have no wins, while 2 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

15:00

2024-08-18

Rijeka vs Istra 1961 Pula - Prediction & Odds

Rijeka

Istra 1961 Pula

2024-08-18 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/08/2024

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

01 Dinamo Zagreb	65	36	19	8	9	69	41	28
02 Rijeka	65	36	18	11	7	49	21	28
03 Hajduk Split	63	36	17	12	7	49	34	15
04 NK Varteks Varazdin	49	36	11	16	9	28	24	4
05 Slaven Belupo	48	36	13	9	14	42	45	-3
06 Istra 1961 Pula	48	36	11	15	10	39	42	-3
07 ZNK Osijek	42	36	11	9	16	46	52	-6
08 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb	39	36	10	9	17	45	54	-9
09 HNK Gorica	37	36	9	10	17	29	51	-22
10 HNK Sibenik	30	36	7	9	20	28	60	-32

Head To Head

14/04/2024 13:00

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 2

Rijeka

CRO D1

04/02/2024 10:00

Rijeka

3 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

22/10/2023 09:00

Istra 1961 Pula

1 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

06/08/2023 15:00

Rijeka

6 - 0

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

06/05/2023 13:10

Rijeka

2 - 2

Istra 1961 Pula

CRO D1

03/03/2023 11:59

Istra 1961 Pula

0 - 2

Rijeka

CRO D1

Rijeka

67%

Draw

33%

Istra 1961 Pula

Rijeka Last 6 matches

08/08/2024 14:00

Rijeka 1 - 1 Elfsborg UEFA EL

04/08/2024 12:50

Rijeka 4 - 0 NK Lokomotiva Zagreb CRO D1

01/08/2024 14:00

Rijeka 1 - 0 Corvinul Hunedoara UEFA EL

27/07/2024 12:30

Rijeka 5 - 3 NK Orijent Rijeka INT CF

25/07/2024 13:00

Corvinul Hunedoara 0 - 0 Rijeka UEFA EL

18/07/2024 05:00

Rijeka 1 - 1 Triglav Gorenjska INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Istra 1961 Pula

02/08/2024 15:00

Dinamo Zagreb 5 - 0 Istra 1961 Pula CRO D1

28/07/2024 11:59

Venezia 1 - 1 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

24/07/2024 11:00

Goztepe 1 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

17/07/2024 13:00

Udinese 4 - 1 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

14/07/2024 13:00

FC Koper 2 - 2 Istra 1961 Pula INT CF

10/07/2024 11:00

Istra 1961 Pula 1 - 3 Ferencvarosi TC INT CF

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Croatia 1.Division

Played games

Rijeka

Istra 1961 Pula

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.89

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.06

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 home matches

YesNo

15 (83%)3 (17%)

In last 18 home matches

NoYes

13 (72%)5 (28%)

Rijeka

Recent matches

Istra 1961 Pula

Under /Over

(78%)14 4(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)14 4(22%)

Under /Over

(50%)9 9(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

Under /Over

(22%)4 14(78%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)6 12(67%)

/Yes

(33%)6 12(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)10 8(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rijeka

Istra 1961 Pula

Shots

Rijeka

Total shots

14.22 avg / game

Blocked

15 total

Avg. 5.00

Istra 1961 Pula

Total shots

11.44 avg / game

Blocked

17 total

Avg. 4.25

Rijeka Pass Istra 1961 Pula

Total passes

6100

Avg. 359 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

7272

Avg. 404 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rijeka

Played games

Istra 1961 Pula

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.56

Clean sheets

0.33

5.83

105

Corners

4.17

20.67

372

Throw-ins

370

20.56

2.17

Offsides

2.11

1.56

GK saves

2.33

Rijeka

DISCIPLINARY

Istra 1961 Pula

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

2.17

0.11

0.11

13.28

239

Fouls

246

13.67

12.39

223

Tackles

236

13.11

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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 18 August 2024 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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