Rijeka vs Hajduk Split Prediction: Тhe Adriatic derby is again in its full glory

Hajduk is still trying to get closer to Dinamo, who have a big advantage on the top of the table. A possible defeat would definitely put an end to Hajduk's title dreams, and whether the team from Split can extend that dream depends a lot on the outcome of the match between Rijeka and Hajduk. Both teams are in the upper half of the table, so anything is possible in this match. Hajduk is in solid form, but Rijeka has hardly conceded goals in the last month. The match Rijeka - Hajduk Split is scheduled for Sunday, April 16, 2023 at the HNK Rijeka Stadium in Rijeka, starting at 7 p.m.

Form: WDLWW

Rijeka are in the fourth position in the ranking with 38 points won in 28 games. Rijeka have 11 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses with a goal difference of 33-35. They are the second-worst domestic team in the championship with 4 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses with a goal difference of 14-19. After two consecutive draws against Osijek and Celje, Rijeka defeated Sibenik 1-0 in the last round.

Form: DWWWL

Hajduk Split are second in the ranking with 54 points, 12 less than the leader Dinamo. The team from Split have 16 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses with a goal difference of 53-39. They achieved 7 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses on away games with a goal difference of 22-21. Hajduk has won 4 of the last 5 games and travels to Rijeka after a 1-0 win against Slaven Belupo in the national cup.

Hajduk still dreams of the title in the HNL, but it seems that they squandered numerous opportunities to get closer to the undisputed Dinamo. Rijeka had a very turbulent season and they are still paying for a bad start to the season. Their form is on the upward trajectory and the game against Hajduk is a real challenge for them. Rijeka proved that they can handle Hajduk by winning away from home in the first part of the season. However, Hajduk are under the imperative of victory and will enter this clash with all their strength. This will be a real fight in the middle of the field that will not lead to many goals, so it is best to play at under 2.5 goals.