Who would win if they met today?
Match averages
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All meetings (50)
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Competitions faced in
Year-by-year
| Year | NK Istr… | D | Rijeka |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
About this head-to-head
NK Istra 1961 and Rijeka have met 66 times on record. NK Istra 1961 lead with 8 wins, Rijeka have won 44 times and the two clubs have drawn 14 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 21 November 2009.
This page is the permanent head-to-head hub for NK Istra 1961 vs Rijeka. Every future meeting between these two clubs will be added to this page automatically, so bookmark it for the latest results, biggest wins, venue records and competition breakdown. Visit the team pages for full squads, standings and upcoming fixtures: NK Istra 1961 and Rijeka.
Across their recorded meetings, NK Istra 1961 have found the net 46 times against Rijeka, while Rijeka have scored 125 times in reply — a combined 171 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 16 May 2026, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 2009. Follow every upcoming NK Istra 1961 versus Rijeka clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.
NK Istra 1961 vs Rijeka — head-to-head FAQ
How many times have NK Istra 1961 and Rijeka played each other?
NK Istra 1961 and Rijeka have met 66 times on record, with the first meeting on 21 November 2009.
Who has won more, NK Istra 1961 or Rijeka?
Rijeka have the edge with 44 wins to NK Istra 1961's 8, with 14 draws between them.
When do NK Istra 1961 and Rijeka play next?
Their next scheduled meeting is on Saturday, 07 November 2026. Follow it live on SportScore for scores, lineups and minute-by-minute commentary.
How many goals are scored when NK Istra 1961 play Rijeka?
Their meetings produce 2.72 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 36% of them.
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