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

As NK Gorica prepare to host Hajduk Split on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 under referee Culina, this CROATIA: HNL fixture promises an intriguing contest.

NK Gorica, currently 8th in the standings with 23 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 25 points. They've earned 14 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Hajduk Split, sitting 2nd with 43 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 20 points from 11 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.

Recent meetings between NK Gorica and Hajduk Split have favored Hajduk Split, with NK Gorica claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Over the past few seasons, Hajduk Split have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Vukovar, NK Gorica recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Matijas, Cabraja, Filipovic, Peric, Trontelj, Pozo, Kavelj, Bogojevic, Bakic, Fiolic, Cuic. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Hajduk Split's last outing came against Osijek, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Silic, Hrgovic, Raci, Sarlija, Sigur, Krovinovic, Guillamon, Rebic, Pukstas, Brajkovic, Livaja. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Looking ahead, NK Gorica are expected to maintain their 4-2-3-1 structure, Hajduk Split are likely to mirror that shape. 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: NK Gorica's fixtures have averaged 1.8 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Hajduk Split's games average 2.6 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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