Dinamo Zagreb 2-1 HNK Rijeka: result and AI prediction

Dinamo Zagreb – HNK Rijeka, HNL, Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 05:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Stadion Maksimir

Dinamo Zagreb is #2 in the table (19 pts) and HNK Rijeka #4 (17 pts). It's a clash between two of the top four. Dinamo Zagreb averages 2.6 goals per match this season. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Dinamo Zagreb 4, draws 2, HNK Rijeka 0. Their last meeting, on May 13, 2026, ended Dinamo Zagreb 2-0 HNK Rijeka.

Dinamo Zagreb

Final score2 - 1

HNK Rijeka

AI predicted: 3-1 · Final score: 2-1✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Dinamo return to Maksimir needing an immediate response after a damaging European setback, with Kovačević promising selection changes and greater defensive discipline. Their home performances and Rijeka’s uneven away record make the hosts the side with the clearer platform. Rijeka arrive with recent wins and Kek’s well-drilled low-block approach, but fitness questions around key attacking options reduce their margin for error. This derby hinges on whether Dinamo’s midfield can control transitions without blunting their attacking rhythm.

Head-to-head analysis

Recent meetings at Maksimir favour Dinamo, including the last cup final and several controlled league wins. Rijeka have still shown they can make this fixture awkward, with draws featuring prominently in the broader recent series.

Injuries and absences

Dinamo report a fully available squad, giving Kovačević scope to rotate after Europe. Rijeka’s uncertainty around Vignato, Fruk and Mohebi particularly affects the quality and depth of their transition attack.

Form (last 5)

Dinamo ZagrebLeague position #2 · 19 ptsW L W

HNK RijekaLeague position #4 · 17 ptsW L W

Dinamo Zagreb vs HNK Rijeka stats

	Dinamo Zagreb	HNK Rijeka
Played	9	9
Goals scored	23	16
Goals conceded	12	12
Clean sheets	3	2

Last meetings

2026-05-13Dinamo Zagreb 2-0 HNK Rijeka
2026-04-18Dinamo Zagreb 2-2 HNK Rijeka
2026-02-08HNK Rijeka 0-0 Dinamo Zagreb
2025-11-01Dinamo Zagreb 2-1 HNK Rijeka
2025-08-16HNK Rijeka 0-2 Dinamo Zagreb
2025-04-27Dinamo Zagreb 1-0 HNK Rijeka