Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 December

Rijeka

L L W W L

2nd place in Croatia 1.Division

2-0

22/12/2024 07:00

Slaven Belupo

L D L L W

5th place in Croatia 1.Division

Croatia 1.Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo on 22 December 2024 (kick-off: 07:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo preview before placing your bet.

Rijeka are currently 2nd with 65 points after 36 matches.
Slaven Belupo sit 5th with 48 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rijeka to win with probability 58%.
Head-to-head history favors Rijeka, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Slaven Belupo have one win, 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

07:00

2024-12-22

Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo - Prediction & Odds

Rijeka

Slaven Belupo

2024-12-22 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/12/2024

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

05/10/2024 09:30

Slaven Belupo

0 - 0

Rijeka

CRO D1

26/05/2024 06:00

Rijeka

4 - 0

Slaven Belupo

CRO D1

16/03/2024 07:00

Slaven Belupo

0 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

10/12/2023 09:10

Rijeka

2 - 4

Slaven Belupo

CRO D1

24/09/2023 08:00

Slaven Belupo

0 - 1

Rijeka

CRO D1

14/07/2023 10:00

Rijeka

2 - 1

Slaven Belupo

INT CF

Rijeka

67%

Draw

17%

Slaven Belupo

17%

Rijeka Last 6 matches

15/12/2024 09:45

Hajduk Split 2 - 2 Rijeka CRO D1

08/12/2024 07:00

HNK Sibenik 0 - 1 Rijeka CRO D1

30/11/2024 09:30

Rijeka 1 - 0 HNK Gorica CRO D1

23/11/2024 09:45

Dinamo Zagreb 0 - 0 Rijeka CRO D1

10/11/2024 09:45

Rijeka 1 - 1 ZNK Osijek CRO D1

03/11/2024 07:00

Istra 1961 Pula 0 - 1 Rijeka CRO D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Slaven Belupo

13/12/2024 10:00

Slaven Belupo 2 - 1 HNK Gorica CRO D1

06/12/2024 10:00

Dinamo Zagreb 1 - 1 Slaven Belupo CRO D1

30/11/2024 07:00

Slaven Belupo 3 - 2 ZNK Osijek CRO D1

22/11/2024 10:00

Istra 1961 Pula 2 - 3 Slaven Belupo CRO D1

16/11/2024 08:00

HNK Sibenik 1 - 2 Slaven Belupo CRO Cup

10/11/2024 07:00

Slaven Belupo 1 - 1 NK Varteks Varazdin CRO D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

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

Rijeka

Slaven Belupo

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.33

Scored

Avg. per game

0.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.86

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

16 (44%)20 (56%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

14 (39%)22 (61%)

Rijeka

Recent matches

Slaven Belupo

Under /Over

(58%)21 15(42%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

Under /Over

(19%)7 29(81%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

/Yes

(28%)10 26(72%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)16 20(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rijeka

Slaven Belupo

Shots

Rijeka

Total shots

11.97 avg / game

Blocked

36 total

Avg. 4.50

Slaven Belupo

Total shots

10.81 avg / game

Blocked

19 total

Avg. 3.17

Rijeka Pass Slaven Belupo

Total passes

12674

Avg. 362 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

13816

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rijeka

Played games

Slaven Belupo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.58

Clean sheets

0.25

4.89

176

Corners

150

4.17

22.50

810

Throw-ins

750

20.83

2.17

Offsides

2.19

1.42

GK saves

121

3.36

Rijeka

DISCIPLINARY

Slaven Belupo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.25

2.28

0.11

0.11

13.28

478

Fouls

478

13.28

11.61

418

Tackles

468

13.00

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How We Build the Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rijeka vs Slaven Belupo on 22 December 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 Slaven Belupo 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 Slaven Belupo'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 Slaven Belupo sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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