Match Summary

The NK Istra 1961 - GNK Dinamo Zagreb fixture in HNL is scheduled for 22 April 2026. Venue: Stadion Aldo Drosina, Pula (capacity 8,900). Market Favorite: GNK Dinamo Zagreb with an implied win probability of ~80% (draw ~18%, home ~10%).

Form Analysis & Trajectory

• NK Istra 1961: Recent trajectory shows two wins followed by a three-match losing run, indicating momentum stalled after a brief uptick. Their recent average team rating is 6.77; season profile is 35 scored and 44 conceded (1.17 GF/1.47 GA per match), pointing to defensive leakage and limited attacking output. Last five yield ~6 points, aligning with a mid-table (7th) trend.
• GNK Dinamo Zagreb: Unbeaten across five (four straight victories then a draw), reflecting controlled game-state management and consistent chance creation. Recent average rating 7.00; season output 81 scored and 25 conceded (2.70 GF/0.83 GA per match) underscores a dominant attack supported by a stable back line. Last five produce ~13 points, consistent with 1st place pace.

Comparison Data

Key Match Insights

• H2H Trend: Dinamo have won 7 of the last 10 meetings; Istra have 2 wins, with 1 draw.
• Last Meeting: GNK Dinamo Zagreb 4–0 NK Istra 1961.
• Manager Duel: No prior head-to-head on record between Oriol Riera (Istra) and Mario Kovačević (Dinamo) in the available data.
• Team Ratings Snapshot: Recent average ratings—NK Istra 1961: 6.77; GNK Dinamo Zagreb: 7.00—support Dinamo’s form edge entering Round 31 of the HNL.