Hajduk Split vs Rijeka: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Hajduk Split prepare to host Rijeka on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 17:45, this CROATIA: HNL fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Hajduk Split, currently 2nd in the standings with 43 points from 22 games, are within reach of the top with 5 points behind. They've earned 23 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Rijeka, sitting 3rd with 32 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 10 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Recent meetings between Hajduk Split and Rijeka have favored Rijeka, with Rijeka claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-5). Over the past few seasons, Rijeka have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Osijek, Hajduk Split recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Silic, Hrgovic, Raci, Sarlija, Sigur, Krovinovic, Guillamon, Rebic, Pukstas, Brajkovic, Livaja. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Rijeka's last outing came against Varazdin, where they secured a 3-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Zlomislic, Radeljic, Majstorovic, Barisic, Lasickas, Barco, Dantas, Orec, Fruk, Juric, Adu-Adjei. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, Hajduk Split are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Hajduk Split and Rijeka are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Hajduk Split's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Rijeka's games average 2.1 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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