NK Istra 1961 vs Hajduk Split Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

NK Istra 1961 were up against Hajduk Split in the HNL of Croatia on October 26. The match ended in a stalemate, with the final scoreline reading 2-2.

Khalil Fayad scored the first goal of the game on the 7th minute of the match, giving Hajduk Split the lead. This was followed by goals from Michele Sego, Hamza Jaganjac and Emil Frederiksen, setting the final scoreline at 2-2.

A sense of anticipation builds as NK Istra 1961 and Hajduk Split are set to clash again, 3 months after their previous HNL meeting that concluded in a 2-2 stalemate. NK Istra 1961 come into this match following a defeat to Lokomotiva Zagreb on October 17, looking to bounce back with a stronger performance. Tightening up at the back might be their best chance to shift momentum, especially given the fact their defensive frailties have been apparent as they have allowed goals in four consecutive matches.

After their recent four-win streak against Thun, Varazdin, Ajax and Dinamo Zagreb, Hajduk Split, on the other hand, approach this match with renewed confidence.

NK Istra 1961 and Hajduk Split meet in HNL with their goal-scorers and playmakers ready to take on pivotal roles. NK Istra 1961’s attacking options, crafted under Javier Cabello’s leadership, have been bolstered by Emil Frederiksen, the team’s top scorer, and Dukan Ahmeti, both of whom have contributed crucial goals and assists. Frederiksen leads NK Istra 1961’s scoring charts in HNL this season with seven goals, while also excelling as their primary creator, registering four assists in the competition so far. Hamza Jaganjac, Nik Skafar Zuzic and Ivan Saranic have made their presence felt as well, chipping in with decisive contributions in attack.

Meanwhile, the attacking efforts of Hajduk Split, under Gonzalo Garci­a’s management, have been driven by Michele Sego, the team’s primary goal threat, and Dalisson De Almeida, both of whom have delivered in crucial moments. Sego has emerged as Hajduk Split’s leading scorer in HNL this season, netting four goals, with De Almeida leading their creative tally in the league with three assists. Hajduk Split’s attacking depth is further showcased by Marin Soticek, Abdoulie Sanyang and Rokas Pukstas, who have each made valuable contributions this season.

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Live Streaming

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AI Prediction

Our own AI model makes a pre-game prediction for NK Istra 1961–Hajduk Split, and then continues to track the action live, updating its forecast every minute as the game unfolds. Pre-match figures processed by the model indicated Hajduk Split’s victory leads the probabilities with 66%, while a draw was at 20% and NK Istra 1961’s victory was at 14%.

Line-up

We are updating team formations and line-ups for NK Istra 1961 - Hajduk Split in real time.

NK Istra 1961 kicked off the game with Franko Kolic, Niko Sepic, Mohamed Nasraoui, Raul Kumar, Rene Hrvatin, Vinko Rozic who got substituted by Nik Skafar Zuzic on the 60th minute, Gustavo Albarracin who got substituted by Mutari Momoh on the 89th minute, Demirel Hodzic who got substituted by Matija Kablar on the 60th minute, Emil Frederiksen, Isaac who got substituted by Dukan Ahmeti on the 60th minute and Hamza Jaganjac as starters, with Jan Paus-Kunst, Advan Kadusic, Nik Skafar Zuzic, Matija Kablar, Dominik Celija, Dukan Ahmeti, Silvio Gorican, Toni Brajkovic, Mutari Momoh and Stipe Ukich on the bench.

Hajduk Split's starting eleven were Toni Silic, Simun Hrgovic, Dario Maresic who got substituted by Alec Van Hoorenbeeck on the 69th minute, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Mathieu Acapandie who got substituted by Roko Gabric on the 76th minute, Khalil Fayad, Alberto Del Moral, Marin Soticek who got substituted by Adam Guram on the 83rd minute, Dalisson De Almeida who got substituted by Leander Dendoncker on the 83rd minute, Abdoulie Sanyang who got substituted by Carlos Martin on the 76th minute and Michele Sego, with Dante Stipica, Davyd Fesyuk, Roko Gabric, Ron Raci, Dario Melnjak, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck, Carlos Martin, Adam Guram, Etnik Brruti, Leander Dendoncker, Andjelo Sutalo and Marko Livaja on the bench.

Stats

Explore stats from NK Istra 1961 vs Hajduk Split on ScoreBat - we are updating the numbers on this page every second of the game.

• Expected Goals: 1.64 - 1.59
• Ball Possession: 43 - 57
• Big Scoring Chances: 2 - 5
• Total Attempts: 12 - 14
• Shots On Target: 4 - 6
• Blocked Shots: 3 - 2
• Shots in the Box: 12 - 8
• Shots from Outside the Box: 0 - 6
• Woodwork Hits: 0 - 0
• Fouls: 21 - 14
• Corners: 4 - 4
• Throw-Ins: 17 - 30
• Saves: 4 - 1
• Free Kicks: 14 - 21
• Offsides: 1 - 5
• Total Passes: 349 - 470
• Completed Passes: 292 - 401
• Touches in Opponent's Box: 27 - 22
• Tackles: 21 - 16
• Completed Tackles: 14 - 9
• Total Crosses: 9 - 16
• Successful Crosses: 1 - 3
• Interceptions: 7 - 6
• Clearances: 28 - 23

Referee showed the yellow card six times throughout the game. Dennis Hadzikadunic, Demirel Hodzic, Hamza Jaganjac, Michele Sego, Gustavo Albarracin and Matija Kablar were the ones to receive it.

Head-to-head

Over five meetings since August 2025, the teams have each had their moments. NK Istra 1961 have won once, Hajduk Split three times, with the remaining one ending as draw. Their latest meeting occurred on August 9, 2026, during the HNL of Croatia, finishing in a 2-2 draw. NK Istra 1961 have scored six goals across these five encounters, while Hajduk Split have scored eleven. Overall, Hajduk Split hold a stronger head-to-head record against NK Istra 1961 in recent meetings.

NK Istra 1961 have won three of their eleven matches in HNL this season, with four draws and four defeats, scoring nineteen goals at an average of 1.73 per match and conceding eighteen at a rate of 1.64 per match. Hajduk Split have won seven of their eleven matches in HNL this season, with two draws and two defeats, scoring 21 goals at an average of 1.91 per match and conceding eleven at a rate of 1.00 per match.

Recent Form

NK Istra 1961 are coming off a loss in their last match against Lokomotiva Zagreb, while Hajduk Split are on a four-game winning streak, including victories against Thun, Varazdin, Ajax and Dinamo Zagreb in their last four outings. Overall, in their last twenty matches, NK Istra 1961 have recorded seven wins, eight losses, and five draws, while Hajduk Split have won fourteen of their last twenty matches, losing four and drawing two.

Live Standings

As always, Croatia HNL's live standings are availble and updated in real time. NK Istra 1961 are currently 6th in the table with thirteen points from eleven matches, while Hajduk Split hold 1st place with 23 points after eleven matches.

Video Highlights

We are adding goal videos and full video highlights of the match between NK Istra 1961 and Hajduk Split in real time. You can watch the goals by Khalil Fayad, Michele Sego, Hamza Jaganjac and Emil Frederiksen as the videos of the goals are added usually minutes after the actual event if there are any official videos available. Full video highlights of NK Istra 1961 - Hajduk Split are being added as they become available on the official social media channels of the league or the teams.